Ganderbal, Dec 19 (KNO): In a step towards strengthening environmental conservation and promoting sustainable livestock development, the Mountain Research Centre for Sheep & Goat (MRCS&G), Shuhama, SKUAST-K, in collaboration with the Ganderbal Press Association (GPA), on Friday organised a plantation drive of fodder tree saplings at the Shuhama campus.
The drive was inaugurated by Senior Scientist & Head MRCS&G, Dr Parvaiz Reshi, along with GPA President Sofi Ayaz. Students Welfare Officer, FVSc & AH, Dr Aijaz Qureshi; Medical Officer, FVSc & AH, Dr Parvaiz Ahmed; SHO Ganderbal Sajad Assad; DO Shuhama Riyaz Ahmad Wani, members of the Ganderbal Press Association and scientists of MRCS&G were also present on the occasion. The dignitaries planted mulberry saplings to mark the event.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr Parvaiz Reshi said that SKUAST-K is conducting plantation drives across all its campuses under a dedicated green initiative aimed at enhancing environmental sustainability while supporting livestock production. He highlighted the significance of fodder tree plantations, stating that such initiatives not only improve the environment but also provide nutritious leaf fodder for animals at the Research Centre.
Dr Reshi further said that MRCS&G has planned to plant nearly 20,000 saplings. He added that the plantation drive began in early November and will resume after the winter season in March.
He expressed gratitude to the Ganderbal Press Association, District Police Ganderbal and all participants for their cooperation and commitment towards increasing green cover, conserving the environment and promoting livestock welfare—(KNO)