Invitation ORGANIZING COMMITTEE Krantisinh Nana Patil College of Veterinary Science, Shirwal Dist. (M.S.) is maH$_² Ÿ& emoY{ejUO m`H$ § H$m moH$ `© k d©b mZ § g H celebrating Silver Jubilee Year from December, 2012 to December, 2013 as this ` $m¡e Chief Patron Ë Z ë § { ` Z X ` m` ` H ñ Ë $_ _w ² Ÿ e & institute under auspices of Animal and Fishery Sciences University, & Prof. A.K. Misra n

ñWmnZm Nagpur is completing 25 years in the fields of teaching, research and extension 2000 Hon' Vice Chancellor, MAFSU, Nagpur activities. This college is hosting a National Seminar and Annual Conference of Indian Society for Sheep and Goat Production and Utilization (ISSGPU) on February 21-22, Patron 2014. Dr. S.M.K. Naqvi, Director, CSWRI, Avikanagar, & President, ISSGPU Dr. S. K. Agrawal, Director, CIRG, Makhdoom & Vice President, ISSGPU Theme of conference AGAKHAN PALACE, Sheep and goat farming has become a subsidiary vocation for large number of small and Chairman marginal farmers in , since it has high potential as a source of income and has an Dr. S.A. Bakshi, Dean & DI, MAFSU, Nagpur on important role to play in any programme aimed to alleviate rural poverty and livelihood Dr. L. B. Sarkate, Director of Research, MAFSU, Nagpur security, particularly in arid, semiarid and hilly regions of the country. Sheep and goats can thrive and get well adapted to harsh climates ranging from extremes of tropical Co- Chairman “Sheep and Goat Biodiversity and Breeding Policies- Issues and Perspective.” N rainforests to dry deserts, long migration, poor nutrition and scarce water resources. O Dr. S.T. Bapat, Associate Dean I Today the potential of sheep and goats in world food production is discussed in terms of T KNP College of Veterinary Science, Shirwal Organized By

productivity, economic importance andpotential for increasing food production in less A developed countries (LDC). Increasing the production from both species is associated Department of ARGO, T

Organizing Secretary I with overcoming current constraints and exploiting the animals' small size, their Dr. H.S. Birade, V reproductive efficiency and, in the case of goats, digestive efficiency. Krantisinh Nana Patil College Of Veterinary Science, Shirwal Professor and Head, ARGO, KNP College of Veterinary Science, Shirwal N I Maharashtra Animal & Fishery Sciences University, Nagpur Joint Organizing Secretary In India there are 21 well defined breeds of goats and 32 breeds of sheep. M DAGADUSHETH GANAPATI, PUNE

Most of the sheep and goat breeds have evolved through natural selection for adaptation Dr. Kavita P. Khillare, Dr. R.R. Shelar And U

to the agroecological conditions. There is a large inter mixture among breeds in regions C where two or more breeds exist. There are no breeding societies or agencies in India as Executive Members INDIAN SOCIETY FOR SHEEP AND GOAT PRODUCTION AND UTILIZATION Dr. N. S. Bhosale, Dr. A.M. Pachpande, Dr. M.D. Meshram, Dr. B. K. More, T those existing in Europe and America to register animals of a particular breed to N

maintain flocks and ensure the purity of a breed or type. It is not only the loss of genetic Dr. P.D. Deshpande, Dr. A.P. Kulkarni, Dr. A. H. Ulemale, Dr. M. W. Khasnis, E variability in populations of these breeds becoming extinct but also due to a decline in Dr. V. R. Patodkar, Dr. S.B. Kawitkar, Dr. S. T. Borikar, Dr. M. B. Amle, February 21-22, 2014 M genetic variability within a breed due to use of a small number of selected sires that Dr. A. S. Kadam, Dr. D. M. Mugalikar, Dr. S. M. Bhokre E

result in low effective population size and consequent random genetic drift and C

inbreeding. Little systematic effort have been made to conserve, develop and improve Treasurer N the native breeds. There is enormous scope to capitalize untapped potential of sheep and Dr. S.M.Gaikwad U

goat farming in India. Diversified commercial value, size, relatively short gestation O Joint Treasurer period and demand for ever increasing requirement of meat make sheep and goat N convenient species for new technologic research and application. Dr. Meenakshi S. Bawaskar N

To realize full potential and compete under the changed global trade scenario, SHIV RAJYA BHISHEK A

adoption of improved technologies and commercialization of its production would be maH$_² Ÿ& emoY{ejUO m`H$ § H$m moH$ `© k d©b mZ § g H$ Ë` m¡e Z ë § { ` important. In view of the problems encountered in involving farmer flocks in genetic Z X ` m` ` H ñ Ë $_ _w ² Ÿ e & & improvement programmes hindering progress, formulation of an alternative strategy n ñWmnZm has become eminent for improving the majority of sheep and goat breeds in India. 2000 Therefore, it is necessary to create an elite germplasm centre of proven rams and bucks; use of superior sires for improving milk and meat production in goats; and to evaluate At the socio-economic status of goat breeders and the economics of goat production in the Organized By farmers' flock. Your participation will enrich the scientific deliberations and helpful in Krantisinh Nana Patil College Of Veterinary Science, making sound recommendations for use of scientific community. Shirwal Dist - Satara, Pin - 412 801 And Shirwal, Dist - Satara, Pin - 412 801 Indian Society For Sheep And Goat Production And Utilization MAHARASHTRA SHIRWAL AT A GLANCE Objectives Shirwal a place of historical significance located in of NATIONAL SEMINAR Maharahtra state majestically rests on the southern banks of river “Nira”. The town is · Encourage research and development in sheep, goats and rabbits in order to cherished by the presence of some of the historical structures which include “Kille increase their productivity and usefulness throughout the country & ANNUAL CONFERENCE Subhanmangal” an august citadel built along the riverside. · Advancement and dissemination of sheep, goats and rabbits production and on Shirwal, located, 50 km away from Pune, on Pune-Banglore National utilization technologies “Sheep And Goat Biodiversity And Breeding Policies - Issues And Perspective.” Highway,(NH-4), is well connected to major cities like Pune, and Banglore and has developed into an industrial town. With a boon of beautiful hills of “Sahyadri”, · Organising national conferences, symposia, seminars, workshops and blessed by the abundant water supply of river “Nira” and with a medium rainfall and interactive meets in sheep, goats and rabbits production and utilization. pleasant weather. Shirwal offers most congenial atmosphere for the development of · Publishing the Indian Journal of Small Ruminants and ISSGPU Newsletter Organized By agriculture, animal husbandry and industries, Famous hill stations “Mahabaleshwar” Department of ARGO, and “” are 50 km away from this town. Osmanabadi Goat SINHAGAD FORT, PUNE Keep upto date by visiting website Krantisinh Nana Patil College Of Veterinary Science, Shirwal The official website of ISSGPU is www.issgpu.org. If you are willing to be member INDIAN SOCIETY FOR SHEEP AND GOAT PRODUCTION AND UTILIZATION Venue of society please down load the life membership from the website or write to: Krantisinh Nana Patil College of Veterinary Science, Shirwal -412 801 Dist- Satara, Dr. D.B. Shakywar Maharashtra State, India. Principal Scientist and Secretary ISSGPU 1. Name : CSWRI, Avikanagar, Rajasthan 304501 (BLOCK LETTERS)

Climate In the month of February, climate is pleasant and light woollen clothing may be required 4. Registration M (Temp. Ranges from 15 to 25 degree celcius). R All the delegates have to register themselves by paying the registration fees as detailed 2. Designation : O

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Cross - Bred - Boer Goats 3. Age : 4. Sex : N Accommodation, Tours & Travels Categories On or Before After FORT, PUNE Concessional accommodation on first come first serve basis will be provided to limited 20/01/2014 20/01/2014 O 5. Address for correspondence : I participants in the college guest house. T ISSGPU Members Rs. 3000/- Rs. 3500/- Very limited accommodation is available in the guest house; therefore most of the A delegates will be accommodated in the hotels, tariff for which range from Rs.1000/- to Non - ISSGPU Members Rs. 3200/- Rs. 3500/- R Rs. 5000/- per day. Rooms in the hotels will be booked on first come first serve basis. T S

The organizing secretary will make arrangement for local sight-seeing. Trip to nearby Students* Rs. 2000/- Rs. 2500/- 6. Phone / Mobile No. : 7. E-mail Address : I places of tourist interest will also be facilitated for interested delegates on payment G basis. Accompanying Person Rs. 1200/- Rs. 1500/- 8. Accommodation : Yes / No E R 9. Food Choice : Veg / Non Veg. Four Teats *PG students are required to submit a certificate from HOD or Dean of the college for How to reach Shirwal ? their bonafide status. 10. Room : Yes / No (Single / Double / Joint) Shirwal is well connected by road from Pune and Mumbai. Regular Bus services from Registration Fee does not include lodging / accommodation charges. SHANIVARWADA, PUNE A. I. in Goats Pune to Shirwal are available which takes about one hour. The nearest railway station The registration fees and advance accommodation charges for one night @ Rs. and Airport is Pune which is well connected to rest part of the country. From Mumbai 1000-5000 as per the choice must be sent through demand drafts drawn in favour of 12. DD Number : “Organizing Secretary, ISSGPU, 2014” payable at Shirwal Dist- Satara. 412 801 buses via mega highway going towards Satara, Kolhapur, Sangli are available at every (M.S.) 30 minutes up to midnight from Dadar, Kurla, Bombay Central and Parel. Place : Call for Abstracts Date : The Scientific Committee of ISSGPU, 2013 invites all the individuals to submit the About ISSGPU Abstracts not exceeding 200 words. Two hard copies and one soft copy in MS word to The ISSGPU is an active society of professionals, engaged in the research & Signature be considered for oral / poster presentation by 20th January, 2014. Addressed to development of sheep, goat and rabbit production and utilization in the country. The society supports the spread of the latest research achievements and developments for Organising Secretary, National Seminar ISSGPU 2014 and Professor, Dept. Of Animal enhancing production from these species of livestock. It has more than 800 life Reproduction, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, KNP College of Veterinary Science, Shirwal members. Dist- Satara, PIN - 412801. E-mail: [email protected] PARVATI, PUNE