📈 Cabinet Approves Updated National Livestock Policy

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the implementation of a revised National Livestock Policy to address evolving food security challenges and changing socio-economic conditions. The updated framework replaces the existing policy to align with recent global and local developments. • Key Policy Focus Areas: Private sector-led development and market-oriented, competitive production. Enhanced support for small-scale farmers and rural livelihoods to boost the rural economy. Adoption of environmentally sustainable practices across the livestock industry. Promotion of science- and technology-based development leveraging the expertise of local specialists. • Implementation Status: The proposal was submitted by the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation, K.D. Lalkantha. The government has cleared the policy for immediate implementation to strengthen national food security.