Genomic Selection Programme:

This scheme involves the study of the genetic makeup of animals to assess their milk production capacity. It allows us to determine the milk production potential of calves, as well as the future breeding suitability of bulls by analyzing their genetic traits. Blood samples are collected from cows and buffaloes by measuring the entire rumen's milk. DNA is extracted from these blood samples to analyze their genetic composition. Our union runs this scheme in collaboration with NDDB and GCMMF.

EMBRYO TRANSFER TECHNIQUE (Embryo Implantation Scheme):

Starting this year, we have introduced a pilot scheme at our Vanskui and Bhanawadi farms as part of our rapid breeding improvement program. In this scheme, we collect multiple ova from the ovaries of high-genetic-structure cows and buffaloes. These ova are then fertilized in a laboratory using sex semen from Proven Bulls, and the resulting embryos are transplanted into other cows or buffaloes. Through this scheme, we can achieve 30 to 35 female offspring from high-quality cows or buffaloes. So far we have successfully implanted embryos in 15 animals in 99 animals with the technical support of NDDB and in 291 animals in total 40 animals have been successfully conceived under ABIP scheme. Out of which all the calves born out of 26 cows have been included in the strategic calf/heifer rearing programme. Future stocking policy will be made based on changes in milk production by including all heifers/heifers born through embryo implantation in milk measurement.

SUMUL ANIMAL BREEDING CENTRE, VANSKUI:

Under the Calf Rearing Program, a total of 2,330 heifers have been distributed from this center to date, with an additional 30 heifers grown and distributed during the current year. The Strategic Calf Rearing Program, initiated with the support of GCMMF-Anand, focuses on delivering a crossbred heifer at the age of 24 months, along with heifers of indigenous breeds like Gir or Kankrej, as well as buffalo heifers at the age of 30 months. Over the past 4 years, 80 Gir heifers have been scientifically reared, with 16 crossbred calves observed calving at the age of 27 months. These Gir heifers are being raised at the center with a growth rate of approximately 570 grams per day. During the last year, embryos have been transferred in a total of 16 animals at the Vanskui Cattle Breeding Centre out of them 2 animals have been impregnated through embryo transfer.

During the year, a total of 1506 bags of vermicompost fertilizer, 6 kilograms of earthworms, 15,323 liters of Gir cow urine, 5951 kilograms of vermicompost residue, and 11,156 kilograms of Gir cow dung were distributed. Additionally, improved hybrid varieties of fodder stem cuttings, such as 26,715 Super Bullet grass stems, 10 kilograms of Jinjva grass, 265.46 Chaniyu Manure with high protein, were provided to various society ] members within the union's catchment area. Throughout the year, 3861 visitors from various organizations and societies came to seek guidance and direction on scientific animal husbandry.

SUMUL CATTLE GROUP lNSURANCE:

The livelihood of our members is jeopardized when their valuable herds of animals are lost due to disease or other unfortunate events. To support their livelihoods, the union maintains an animal insurance scheme. Under this program, a total of 8,508 animals were covered through 3,289 policies, with a premium payment of Rs. 4.25 crore to the insurance company. Upon approval, 986 animal insurance claims settled, resulting in the payment of Rs. 5.41 crore to our members.