The Maharashtra Livestock Development Board(MLDB) has initiated several farmer awareness programs to educate livestock farmers about best practices,new technologies and government schemes.

Training Highlight:

Livestock Health and Nutrition

• Awareness camps on vaccination,deworming and nutrition management 
• Training on disease diagnosis and treatment 

Breeding and Genetics

• Workshops on artificial insemination,breeding techniques and genetic improvement
• Demonstrations of sex-sorted semen technology

Dairy Production

• Training on dairy farming practices, milk production and processing

Government Schemes and Policies 

• Awareness camps on government schemes such as the Rashtriya Gokul Mission and the National Livestock Mission
• Guidance on subsidy schemes,insurance and credit facilities

Digital Literacy and Extension Services

• Training on digital platforms,mobile apps and online services for livestock farmers
• Establishment of a call center and helpline for farmer queries and support

Implementation:

These programs are implemented through a network of:

• District-level livestock offices 
• Block-level veterinary dispensaries
• Village-level self-help groups and farmer organizations
• Collaborations with NGOs,Private sector companies and academic institutions