NWFP to start mega livestock projects: The News

ABOTTABAD: NWFP Minister for Livestock and Dairy Development Hidayatullah Khan has said mega projects are being launched for the development of livestock sector which will generate jobs for local people.

He expressed his views while speaking at the concluding session of the annual review meeting of the department at the Veterinary Research Centre Abbottabad on Wednesday.

The minister said under the new projects, one model dairy farm, beef farm and poultry farm would be established in every district of the province. “Local people will not only get eggs, milk and meat but also jobs from these farms,” he added. The minister appreciated the performance of position-holder officers in 2008-09 and distributed certificates and awards.

Livestock Director General Dr Sher Mohammad briefed the minister about the achievements, planning and other requirements of the department, especially for the year 2008-09, vaccination of animals, availability of animal medicines, mobile clinics, poultry industry and bird flu.

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