Tarun Karthick
Sri Vijaya Puram, 05 March 2025
The ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-CIARI) successfully concluded the 21-day ICAR-sponsored Summer School on “Livestock Reproduction Management Under Impending Climate Change” with a valedictory function held at its Sri Vijaya Puram campus. The program, which ran from February 12 to March 4, 2025, brought together experts and participants from across the country to address challenges posed by climate change in livestock reproduction.
Dr. R.C. Agrawal, Deputy Director General (Education), ICAR, New Delhi, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest via virtual mode. In his address, he congratulated both participants and organizers for the successful completion of the training. He emphasized the critical role of climate change adaptation in livestock reproduction management to enhance productivity. Dr. Agrawal also highlighted the importance of leveraging emerging technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence, to optimize efficiency in livestock management. He encouraged participants to collaborate with research institutions to explore innovative solutions for climate resilience in animal husbandry.
Dr. E.B. Chakurkar, Director, ICAR-CIARI, lauded the efforts of the organizing team and resource persons who contributed to the program’s success. He distributed certificates to the participants and underscored the need for innovative strategies in livestock management to mitigate climate change effects. He expressed confidence that the training had equipped participants with practical knowledge to address reproductive challenges in livestock.
The training, coordinated by Dr. P. Perumal and Dr. R.R. Alyethodi, Senior Scientists at ICAR-CIARI, followed a multidisciplinary approach. It integrated reproductive management strategies with advanced biotechnological techniques to develop mitigation solutions for improving livestock reproduction. Participants received hands-on experience in cutting-edge biotechnological tools designed to optimize reproductive performance amid climate challenges.
Dr. Jai Sunder, Head of the Animal Science Division, welcomed the chief guest and participants while stressing the significance of such training programs in building resilience in livestock management. The summer school witnessed the participation of 20 trainees from across India, including states like Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Haryana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, and Assam. The group comprised 14 male and six female participants.
The program served as a platform for knowledge exchange and skill enhancement, reinforcing the commitment of ICAR-CIARI toward capacity building in agriculture and allied sectors. By equipping professionals with the latest advancements in livestock reproduction, the initiative aims to ensure a sustainable and efficient livestock sector in the face of climate change.