Title
Strengthening of Research Facilities at Fodder Research Sub-station, AARI, Faisalabad for the development of Silage type corn varieties
Objectives
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Breeding and development of corn varieties for silage with high biomass production
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Popularization of silage use in dairy farmers of the Punjab to overcome scarcity periods of green fodder and improve nutritional imbalance
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Increase the total output of the rural economy by providing small farmers with a viable and profitable alternative to current animal feeding practices
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To create awareness among masses about production of corn silage
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To disseminate corn production technology among progressive and small scale farmers
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Improved food security, nutritional and economic status of low income rural families
Duration
2013-14 to 2015-16
Total Cost
16.531 Million