(a) the details of the production of fodder vis-a-vis its demand
during each of the last three years and current year, State-wise;
(b) the details of the amount released to States under Centrally
sponsored Fodder and Feed Development Scheme during the said period,
State-wise; and
(c) the details of the steps taken to increase the production of
fodder in the country?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES
(SHRIARUN YADAV)
(a) Details of the fodder production and demand are not available. However
a study commissioned by this department through NABARD Consultancy Services
has concluded the following availability and demand for fodder in the country
in 2007-08:
(Dry matter in million Tones)
Sl.No. Item Requirement Availability
1 Dry fodder 416 253 2. Greens 222 143