Punjab Chief Minister Approves First-Ever Livestock Card and Farmer Guidance App
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has approved the introduction of the first-ever Punjab Livestock Card and a Farmer Guidance App. These initiatives aim to provide livestock farmers with interest-free loans for cattle fodder, thereby enhancing their economic stability.
According to the details, CM Maryam Nawaz chaired a special meeting focused on livestock improvement measures in Murree on Saturday. During this meeting, several important projects received approval.
The Chief Minister directed the relevant department to develop a comprehensive scheme for dairy farming in South Punjab. She emphasized the government’s commitment to leading Punjab’s livestock farmers towards economic independence.
A detailed briefing during the meeting highlighted that the provision of loans in easy installments for male and female dairy farmers in rural South Punjab will be reviewed. Initially, 40,000 farmers across Punjab will receive loans through the Punjab Livestock Card.
Additionally, the scheme will facilitate the export of 400,000 animals’ meat. Farmers will also benefit from free animal tagging services and quality testing facilities for wanda and silage.
The meeting revealed that farmers would be eligible for easy loans of Rs 270,000 for wanda, silage, and mineral mixture through the livestock scheme. These loans can be repaid within 30 days using the livestock card.
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Punjab Chief Minister Approves First-Ever Livestock Card and Farmer Guidance App
The Punjab animal identity traceability system will support the maintenance of livestock, further enhancing the scheme’s effectiveness.
Senior Provincial Minister Maryam Aurangzeb, Provincial Minister of Agriculture Syed Ashiq Hussain, Special Assistant Rashid Nasrullah, Chief Secretary Zahid Akhtar Zaman, Secretary Livestock, and other officials attended the meeting.
Punjab Chief Minister Approves First-Ever Livestock Card and Farmer Guidance App
Summary of the Punjab Livestock Card Scheme and Farmer Guidance App
Scheme Details:
Scheme Name: Punjab Livestock Card Scheme 2024
Approved By: Maryam Nawaz Sharif
Beneficiaries in Phase 1: 40,000 farmers
Loan Amount: Rs 2.7 lakh
Repayment Period: 30 days
Additional Benefits: Free animal tagging, quality testing for wanda and silage, and support for exporting animal meat.
Conclusion
The Punjab Livestock Card Scheme, along with the Farmer Guidance App, represents a significant advancement for livestock farmers in Punjab. By providing interest-free loans and various support services, these initiatives aim to improve the livelihoods of farmers and promote economic growth in the region. The scheme underscores the government’s commitment to fostering economic independence among Punjab’s livestock farmers.
