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Problems of livestock development in the Himalayan region

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This paper outlines the complexities and problems of animal husbandry in the Himalayas of India. In particular, the climatic influences of temperature, rainfall and humidity are emphasised. A wide range of possible improvements to decrease livestock malnutrition and mortality are proposed.

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  1. Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Mukteshwar-Kumaon, Nainital 263 138, Uttar Pradesh, India

    J. C. Biswas, R. Somvanshi & G. S. C. Ranga Rao

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Dr J.C. Biswas, BSc, MVSc, works in the Animal Genetics and Breeding Laboratory; Dr R. Somvanshi, MVSc, FRCVS (Sweden) is Veterinary Pathologist in charge of the Clinical Pathology and Medicine Section in Livestock Production Research and Lt.Col. Dr G.S.C. Ranga Rao, MVSc, is Veterinary Parasitologist and Joint Director. All three work at the Indian Veterinary Research Institute.

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Biswas, J.C., Somvanshi, R. & Rao, G.S.C.R. Problems of livestock development in the Himalayan region. Environmentalist 14, 201–205 (1994). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01907139

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