The Indian Society for Veterinary Medicine (ISVM) inaugurated its 36th annual convention titled “Animal Health Service Delivery-The Priorities of the Professionals for Enhancing Farmers’ Income” at the Orissa University of Agriculture and Technology here on Thursday
More than 400 delegates, including scientists, professors and veterinary medicine students, from all over the country are attending the seminar, which will continue till February 3.
OUAT Vice-Chancellor Prof S Pashupalak presiding over the seminar said health status of livestock is the key factor in improving productivity that enhances livelihood of livestock keepers. He viewed livestock as a resilient alternative to the changed climatic conditions.
The UK’s GAlVAMed Director Dr Richard Manlov, who graced as a guest, urged upon the researchers and veterinary health service providers to act proactively and ensure maintaining healthy animals to trigger healthy human beings.
Among others former Dean Prof SK Mishra, ISVM president Dr SS Randhwa and organising committee chairman SK Ray spoke. Veterinary Science faculty and organising secretary Prof RC Patra extended vote of thanks.