#Livestock
India officially recognizes Nagaland's Large Black pig breed
India has officially registered the Nagaland Large Black pig as a distinct indigenous breed, highlighting its size, hardiness, and cultural value.
Naro Jamir • 27 Aug 2026
Assam Scientists Breed Worlds First IVF Lakhimi Calf
Assam researchers have produced the world's first IVF calf of the indigenous Lakhimi breed, marking a major milestone for state dairy and biotechnology.
Timungpi Terang • 22 Aug 2026
Assam's Asomi sheep earns national recognition
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research has officially registered Assam's indigenous Asomi sheep breed, boosting conservation and breeding efforts.
Bibar Daimary • 21 Aug 2026
Tripura Governor Pushes Pig Farming to Boost Rural Economy
Governor Indrasena Reddy Nallu advocates for scientific pig farming in Tripura to increase meat production and drive sustainable economic growth.
Nihar Jamatia • 20 Aug 2026
Five Arrested in Mizoram for Smuggling Infected Pigs
Authorities arrested five people for hauling 45 pigs infected with African Swine Fever from Assam into Mizoram, where all the animals were culled.
Chawngthu Fanai • 20 Aug 2026
State and Central Teams Battle Foot and Mouth Disease in Dibang Valley
Joint teams are fighting a Foot and Mouth Disease outbreak in Arunachal Pradesh's Dibang Valley by treating livestock and monitoring high-risk zones.
Tani M • 16 Aug 2026
Nagaland MP Pushes for Jalukie Veterinary College Upgrades
Nagaland MP S Supongmeren Jamir asked the Centre to fund infrastructure and academic improvements at the Jalukie veterinary college during Zero Hour.
Kiyeto Swu • 5 Aug 2026
Nagaland MP Pushes for Veterinary College Upgrades in Jalukie
Nagaland MP S Supongmeren Jamir urged the Centre to fund vital infrastructure and lab upgrades for the veterinary college in Jalukie, Peren.
Kiyeto Swu • 4 Aug 2026
Assam Rolls Out Flood Relief Compensation for Livestock Losses
Assam is offering livestock compensation to flood-hit families in four districts after devastating silt-heavy floods wiped out homes and dairy livelihoods.
Timungpi Terang • 4 Aug 2026
Hills Farmers Union probes illegal livestock extortion in Byrnihat
The Hills Farmers Union is investigating claims that trucks are being forced to pay illegal entry fees to transport livestock in Byrnihat.
Walrik Marak • 4 Aug 2026
Assam Flood Relief Targets Livestock Owners and Displaced Families
Assam announces livestock compensation and financial aid for 75,000 families as flood recovery begins across four severely impacted districts.
Timungpi Terang • 4 Aug 2026
Assam Flood Crisis Destroys Livelihoods as Thousands of Animals Remain Stranded
Assam floods have hit 24,460 animals, devastating dairy-reliant families who lost their livestock, income sources, and essential household belongings.
Bibar Daimary • 3 Aug 2026
Tripura Launches Livestock Insurance to Protect Rural Farmers
Tripura unveiled a livestock insurance plan covering cattle, goats, pigs, and sheep. The state government will pay 85 percent of the required premiums.
Ayan Debbarma • 31 Jul 2026
Dimapur Lifts African Swine Fever Restrictions in Signal Angami Village
Officials lifted the ASF ban in Signal Angami Village after surveillance confirmed no new cases. Pig trade and movement may now resume immediately.
Naro Jamir • 31 Jul 2026
African Swine Fever Wipes Out Assam Pig Farm
African Swine Fever has destroyed a pig farm in Kaliabor, Assam, costing owner Lohit Saikia Rs 20 lakh and leaving him with significant loan debt.
Timungpi Terang • 30 Jul 2026
African Swine Fever Wipes Out Assam Pig Farm
African Swine Fever destroyed a Kaliabor pig farm, costing owner Lohit Saikia Rs 20 lakh and leaving him with significant bank debts.
Timungpi Terang • 30 Jul 2026
Peren farmers sharpen livestock and poultry skills at training event
The Nagaland Forest Management Project held a livestock and poultry management workshop for Self Help Group members in Peren on July 27.
Kiyeto Swu • 30 Jul 2026
Assam Governor Pushes for Better Animal Disease Controls
Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya launched two livestock health apps at an AVFU regional conference focused on protecting Northeast animal stocks.
Bibar Daimary • 28 Jul 2026
Assam Flood Recovery Focuses on Livestock Survival
Assam officials and NGOs race to provide fodder and medical care to thousands of livestock suffering after recent devastating floodwaters began to recede.
Timungpi Terang • 28 Jul 2026
Peren farmers get expert training on livestock management
Officials trained Peren Self-Help Group members on scientific piggery and poultry care to boost local income and improve farm productivity.
Naro Jamir • 28 Jul 2026
