India hosts BRICS dialogue on advanced livestock technology and sustainable feed systems

New Delhi: India, under its BRICS Chairship 2026, hosted a high-level dialogue on Advanced Livestock Technology and Feed Systems (ALT&FS), bringing together policymakers, researchers, industry experts and international organizations to discuss innovations that can drive sustainable growth in the livestock sector. The virtual meeting, organized by the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD) under the BRICS Agricultural Working Group, was held from Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi. The dialogue focused on strengthening international cooperation in livestock technology, animal nutrition and resilient feed systems to support food security and rural livelihoods across BRICS nations. The event witnessed participation from Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Rajiv Ranjan Singh (Lalan Singh), Minister of State Prof. S.P. Singh Baghel, DAHD Secretary Naresh Pal Gangwar, Additional Secretary Varsha Joshi and National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) Chairman Dr. Meenesh Shah. Representatives and experts from Brazil, China, Russia, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Iran, the UAE and international organizations, including the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), also joined the discussions. Addressing the gathering, Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh highlighted the importance of the livestock sector in supporting rural economies, nutritional security and women's empowerment across developing countries. He noted that challenges such as feed shortages, low productivity,...