The Interconnection Between Livestock Farming and Economic Development in India: Evaluating Government Schemes, Market Integration, and Rural Empowerment

Ajay Kushwah , Preeti Singh , Vikas Verma , Dr. Arvind Kumar , Prof. Sanjay Bhushan

Livestock economy, Rural livelihoods, India, GDP, Agricultural sustainability, Dairy sector, Employment generation.

Abstract Livestock has historically been central to agriculture, rural livelihoods, and national economies. This study investigates the multifaceted role of livestock in India, which is the world’s largest milk producer and holds significant shares in goat, buffalo, and poultry populations. Drawing on secondary data from sources like the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), and the Government of India, the paper highlights livestock’s contribution to India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) (4.11%), agricultural GDP (25.6%), and rural livelihoods (over 20 million households). Results demonstrate livestock’s role in food security, employment, trade, social stability, and cultural identity. At the same time, challenges include greenhouse gas emissions, resource scarcity, disease outbreaks, and infrastructural gaps. The paper concludes with policy recommendations on sustainable livestock systems, technological adoption, regional specialization, cooperative models, and trade diversification. Findings underscore livestock’s role as a catalyst for inclusive rural growth and sustainable national development.

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"The Interconnection Between Livestock Farming and Economic Development in India: Evaluating Government Schemes, Market Integration, and Rural Empowerment", IJSDR - International Journal of Scientific Development and Research (www.IJSDR.org), ISSN:2455-2631, Vol.10, Issue 9, page no.b226-b236, September-2025, Available :https://ijsdr.org/papers/IJSDR2509130.pdf

Volume 10 Issue 9, September-2025

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Country: AGRA , UTTAR PRADESH, India

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