In a major push towards environmental protection and 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 initiative was jointly inaugurated by Senior Scientist and Head MRCS&G, Dr Parvaiz Reshi, and GPA President Sofi Ayaz, in the presence of 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.
The dignitaries planted mulberry saplings as part of the plantation campaign.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr Parvaiz Reshi said that SKUAST-K is conducting plantation drives across its campuses under a dedicated green initiative aimed at environmental conservation and sustainable livestock production. He stressed the significance of fodder tree plantation, stating that it not only improves the environment but also ensures a consistent supply of nutritious leaf fodder for animals at the Research Centre.
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Dr Reshi further revealed that MRCS&G plans to plant around 20,000 saplings, with the drive already underway since early November. The next phase will resume after the winter break in March.
He expressed gratitude to the Ganderbal Press Association, District Police Ganderbal, scientists, students and all participants for their active contribution to promoting green cover and supporting livestock welfare in the region.
The plantation drive is expected to enhance ecological balance, improve fodder availability and support the sustainable livestock development goals of SKUAST-K.
