The 39th Annual Convention of the Indian Society for the Study of Animal Reproduction (ISSAR) and the National Symposium on "Challenges in Enhancing Reproductive Efficiency of Livestock: An Indian Perspective" concluded on a high note at Guru Angad Dev Veterinary & Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana. The event, held over three days, saw the participation of more than 400
delegates from across the country, making it a significant gathering of experts and researchers in the field of animal reproduction.
The valedictory function was a momentous occasion, graced by Dr. JPS Gill, Vice-Chancellor of the university, as the Chief Guest, and Dr. Tirtha Kumar Datta, Director of ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Hisar, as the Guest of Honour.
Dr. Gill, in his address, stressed the need for the scientific community to implement the outc
omes of the symposium and focus on improving reproductive practices in livestock. He called for stronger collaborative efforts to tackle the challenges faced by the livestock sector in India and improve the overall quality and productivity of livestock farming.
Echoing this sentiments, Dr. SK Uppal, Dean PGS, encouraged researchers to develop a passion for working within the available resources and urged them to adhere to breeding policies and guidelines for the upliftment of the livestock sector. He highlighted the need for innovation in livestock practices to enhance sustainability in the industry.
Dr. Datta, during his address, emphasized the need for efficient reproductive management to ensure cost-effective livestock farming. He advocated for motivating the younger generation to venture into the livestock sector, which has immense potential for growth and sustainability.
During the symposium 11 technical sessions were conducted and awards were presented to individuals who had made outstanding contributions to the field of veterinary gynaecology, obstetrics, and reproductive biotech
nologies.
Dr. Selvaraju, Secretary
of ISSAR, conducted the awards ceremony, celebrating the efforts of scientists and students who showcased innovative research and made significant strides in advancing the field.
The symposium’s success was also marked by a detailed report presented by Dr. Mrigank Honparkhe, Organizing Secretary of the event. He provided an overview of the key discussions and outcomes, highlighting the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration and knowledge-sharing in advancing animal reproduction practices.
The symposium concluded with a series of major recommendations aimed at improving reproductive efficiency and overall livestock productivity. Dr. SPS Ghuman, Chairman of the symposium, shared the key recommendations, which included the adoption of advanced reproductive technologies, furthering genetic improvement research, enhancing farmer awareness programs, and fostering public-private partnerships to support sustainable livestock farming.
Dr. Honparkhe, in his vote of thanks, expressed gratitude to all the organizers, delegates, and participants for their overwhelming support in making the convention and symposium a grand success.
