CM Punjab Live Stock Project:
The Punjab government is all set to launch the first-ever Livestock Card scheme 2024 for farmers to provide them interest-free loans. The project was approved by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz while presiding over a meeting regarding provision of facilities to people involved in the livestock business. The chief minister says the government wanted to make the livestock farmers independent economically.
Benefits Of the CM Punjab Livestock Card For Farmers:
- Provides direct financial assistance for feed, medicine, and other essential supplies.
- Offers reimbursement loans for the growth of livestock businesses or cattle purchases.
- Offers livestock security to protect against unexpected damages.
- Provides free or subsidized animal welfare services for cattle health and production.
- Offers training and education programs on modern beast operation techniques.
- Provides market access for selling beast items at competitive rates.
- Facilitates easy availability of government initiatives related to cattle farming.
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Application Process for the CM Punjab Livestock Card:
The Livestock Card application process is accessible to all eligible farmers. The process involves obtaining the Application Form from the original husbandry office, veterinary conventions, or the Punjab government website. The form must be completed, and photocopies of necessary documents, such as identity, occupancy, and beast power, must be attached. The completed form and documents must be submitted to the original husbandry office or designated submission centers. A verification process will be conducted to cross-check the information provided. Upon successful verification, the Livestock Card will be issued to the farmer
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Farmers Interest Free Loan:
Officials told the chief minister that the interest-free loan will be provided to male and female dairy farmers in rural areas of South Punjab. They said over 40,000 farmers will be able to benefit from the scheme. The loan amount will be used to buy animal food.
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Punjab Livestock Card Project:
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has approved the Punjab Livestock Card project which will grant Rs250,000 interest-free loans for animal feed. The CM presided over a meeting here on Saturday relating to livestock in which important projects were granted approval. The chief minister directed to simplify the stages to acquire loans for the livestock farmers along with formulating a scheme for dairy farming in South Punjab. The CM said, “We want to put livestock farmers of Punjab on the path to economic independence.
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Loan Limit under Punjab Livestock Card Scheme:
Under the Livestock Card scheme, the farmers will be given soft loan of up to Rs270,000 through the for purchasing wanda, silage and mineral mixture facilities in Punjab. The farmers will require to pay their loan in 90 days through the Punjab Livestock Card. Furthermore, the livestock care will be facilitated through ‘Animal Identity Traceability System’ in Punjab. The farmers will be provided with facilities to undertake free tagging of animals, free insemination services along with wanda (feed) and silage quality testing facilities.
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Conclusion:
The CM Punjab Livestock Scheme 2024 stands as a testament to the Punjab government’s commitment to fostering agricultural prosperity and empowering farmers. Through strategic initiatives like interest-free loans, technological advancements, and streamlined access to resources, the scheme is poised to revolutionise the livestock sector in Punjab, paving the way for sustainable development and enhanced productivity.
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