What is the RKVY project at BHU's Faculty of Veterinary and Animal Sciences?

The RKVY project at FVAS, BHU, focuses on conserving and genetically improving indigenous Gangatiri and Sahiwal cattle breeds.

How many Sahiwal calves has BHU produced through embryo transfer?

BHU has successfully produced its sixth Sahiwal calf through embryo transfer as part of its advanced cattle breeding program.

What is the expected impact of advanced cattle breeding at BHU?

Advanced breeding technologies at BHU aim to strengthen sustainable dairy farming and improve rural livelihoods in the Vindhyan region.

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BHU Achieves 6th Sahiwal Calf Birth Via Embryo Transfer

4 Jan

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Summary

BHU successfully delivered a healthy female Sahiwal calf using embryo transfer.
This marks the sixth Sahiwal calf born under the indigenous cattle conservation project.
Advanced reproductive technologies aim to boost dairy farming in the Vindhyan region.

BHU Achieves 6th Sahiwal Calf Birth Via Embryo Transfer

The Faculty of Veterinary and Animal Sciences at BHU's Rajiv Gandhi South Campus is making strides in conserving indigenous cattle breeds. Recently, an indigenous surrogate cow gave birth to a healthy female Sahiwal calf on January 1 through advanced embryo transfer technology. This marks the sixth successful birth of a Sahiwal calf under the Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) focused project.

This significant achievement highlights BHU's growing expertise in cutting-edge cattle reproductive techniques. Faculty members and directors have lauded the team's consistent efforts, emphasizing the project's role in genetic improvement of Gangatiri and Sahiwal cattle. The initiative is progressively adopting next-generation technologies like ovum pick-up and in vitro embryo production.