South Asia Pro-Poor Livestock Policy Programme

Proceedings of the Workshop on Conservation of Indigenous Poultry Breeds of Bhutan: by ruchita — published Aug 20, 2011 — last modified Jan 28, 2014 03:48 PM — filed under: Bhutan, Breed Conservation, Small Holder Poultry, Indigenous Poultry Breeds
The workshop provided an opportunity to incorporate recommendations into the livestock policy that is currently being finalized. This was the first time that indigenous poultry and its conservation was being discussed.
Located in Information Hub / Small Holder Poultry / Workshop Proceedings
Willow Silage: An Alternative to Winter Fodder: by ruchita — published Jul 27, 2009 — last modified Dec 10, 2013 06:10 PM — filed under: Common Property Resources – Smallholder Livestock Rearing, Willow Silage, Bhutan, Winter Fodder
This Potential Good Practice Note documents the practice of growing willow and ensiling willow twigs and leaves as an alternative winder fodder in the mountainous regions of Bhutan. The technique of silage making is simple, affordable, replicable and user friendly.
Located in Good Practices / Common Property Resources - Livestock
Management of Rangelands Through Controlled Shrub Burning: by ruchita — published Aug 24, 2009 — last modified Dec 10, 2013 06:09 PM — filed under: Rangelands, Common Property Resources – Smallholder Livestock Rearing, Bhutan, Feed and Fodder
This potential Good Practice Note details the results of a study undertaken by the Department of Livestock in Paro Dzongkhag (district), Bhutan, wherein trials were conducted of controlled burning of shrubs in the alpine areas of Soe Yaksa, to assess the effect on regeneration of grasses, forbs, broadleaf and edible shrub species.
Located in Good Practices / Common Property Resources - Livestock
Promoting a Productive and Sustainable Fodder Programme: Oats as a Potential High Altitude Winter Fodder Crop: by ruchita — published Oct 13, 2009 — last modified Dec 10, 2013 03:41 PM — filed under: Common Property Resources – Smallholder Livestock Rearing, Oats, Bhutan, Winter Fodder
The note documents how this fodder promotion program benefited alpine communities and the support provided by way of leasing land and assistance for fencing material. These initiatives contributed positively to sustaining yak herds in the alpine regions.
Located in Good Practices / Common Property Resources - Livestock
Replicating the practice of willow silage as winter fodder to reduce the need for grazing livestock, and lead to forest regeneration: by ruchita — published Nov 18, 2009 — last modified Jan 31, 2014 09:54 PM — filed under: Bhutan, Winter Fodder, Willow Silage
Presently the practice of making willow silage in Bhutan is prevalent only in the temperate region where the average minimum temperature during the winter season does not go below -20C. The silage does not freeze at this temperature.
Located in Information Hub / CPR Livestock / Queries
Oats - A Source of Fodder supporting Livelihoods of Mountain Communities: by ruchita — published Oct 22, 2009 — last modified Jan 21, 2014 03:26 PM — filed under: Oats, Common Property Resources, Feed and Fodder, Bhutan, Winter Fodder
The increased availability of fodder, particularly during the harsh winter months, has led to a reduction in mortality in Am Kasang's yak herd from 10 to 3 per year. Earlier most of the weak animals and calves died due to starvation during the cold winter months when the area was covered with snow. Her herd size has increased from 80 to 120 in the current year (2009). She credits the Department’s Fodder development programme for this positive change.
Located in Stories / CPR Livestock
Willow silage: a source of nutritious winter fodder: by ruchita — published May 04, 2010 — last modified Jan 21, 2014 03:20 PM — filed under: Willow Silage, Common Property Resources, Feed and Fodder, Bhutan
Chimi does not now collect oak tree leaves from the forest. She has planted a few more willow trees around her house so that they will be ready for lopping and silage making within the next few years. Willow silage has helped her meet the feed requirements of her livestock during the fodder scarce winter months.
Located in Stories / CPR Livestock
Conservation of the Last Himalayan Cattle Breed of Bhutan: by ruchita — published Jul 23, 2009 — last modified May 04, 2016 11:50 AM — filed under: Himalayan Cattle, Nublang, Breed Conservation, Bhutan
This note describes the key features of the Nublang, it’s origin, the threats to this unique genetic resource and illustrates the conservation programme planned by the Royal Government of Bhutan.
Located in Publications / Related Publications / Small Ruminants
Conservation of the Last Himalayan Cattle Breed of Bhutan: by ruchita — published Jul 23, 2009 — last modified Jan 23, 2014 12:05 PM — filed under: Himalayan Cattle, Nublang, Breed Conservation, Bhutan
This note describes the key features of the Nublang, it’s origin, the threats to this unique genetic resource and illustrates the conservation programme planned by the Royal Government of Bhutan.
Located in Information Hub / Small Ruminants / Other Related Publications
Willow Silage: An Alternative to Winter Fodder: by ruchita — published Jul 27, 2009 — last modified May 04, 2016 11:49 AM — filed under: Common Property Resources – Smallholder Livestock Rearing, Willow Silage, Bhutan, Winter Fodder
This Potential Good Practice Note documents the practice of growing willow and ensiling willow twigs and leaves as an alternative winder fodder in the mountainous regions of Bhutan. The technique of silage making is simple, affordable, replicable and user friendly.
Located in Publications / Good Practice Notes / Briefs / CPR Livestock

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