RAJSHAHI, May 26, 2019 (BSS)-Veterinary and animal scientists and
researchers at a discussion here on Saturday unequivocally called for a
substantial and sustainable promotion of the region’s livestock sector
through removing its existing problems.
They observed that the contribution of the livestock sector is immense in
terms of meeting protein deficiency and socio-economic development and said
there is no alternative to elevate the sector.
To build a healthy and stronger nation, giving equal importance to boosting
production of both food grains and animal resources has become an urgent
need.
Bangladesh Livestock Society (BLS) organised the discussion to mark the
unveiling of its journal at Midas Restaurant in the city. The participants at
the meeting discussed ways and means on how to promote the sector.
Chaired by BLS President Prof Dr Jalal Uddin Sarder, the meeting was
addressed, among others, by chairman of Department of Veterinary and Animal
Sciences of Rajshahi University Prof SM Kamruzzaman, Divisional Deputy
Director of Department of Livestock Services Kolyan Kumar Fouzder, Assistant
Director of Artificial Insemination Centre Ismail Haque, BLS General
Secretary Dr Hemayetul Islam and its treasurer Enamul Haque.
Prof Jalal Sarder said, “Livestock sector could be developed through the
best uses of existing natural resources. Information, specialised knowledge
and research are needed. All concerned should come forward for flourishing
the poultry sector”.
Dr Hemayetul Islam stressed the need for uplifting the sector for food
security, self-employment and poverty reduction.
He also called for giving due importance to adopting modern technology,
promotion of high yielding varieties and farmers training to meet the
gradually mounting demands of poultry birds and eggs.