Central GovernmentAgriculture

Establishment of Entrepreneur for Breed Development in Small Ruminant Sector (Sheep and Goat Farming)

✓ Information verified — April 2026
Ministry of Fisheries,Animal Husbandry and Dairying

This scheme helps entrepreneurs establish sheep and goat breeding units to improve the quality of livestock breeds in India. Run by the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, it is part of a larger program to develop better breeds of small ruminants. The scheme targets farmers and entrepreneurs who want to start or expand sheep and goat farming businesses. It provides support to create breeding centers that will help improve animal quality across the country.

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What You Get

  • Financial assistance to establish sheep and goat breeding units
  • Subsidy support for setting up breeding infrastructure
  • Access to quality breeding animals for farm establishment
  • Technical guidance and training for breed development
  • Support for infrastructure like sheds, feeding systems, and water management

Who Can Apply

  • Gender: Male only
  • Age: 0–100 years
  • Must be an entrepreneur or eligible entity interested in sheep or goat farming
  • Should have basic knowledge or willingness to learn sheep/goat breeding
  • Must have access to suitable land for establishing breeding units
  • Preference may be given to farmers with prior livestock experience
  • Open to individuals and groups across all Indian states

Documents Needed

0/6 collected

  1. 1. Aadhaar Card
  2. 2. Bank Account Details
  3. 3. Land Ownership Certificate
  4. 4. Educational Qualification Certificate
  5. 5. Business Plan Document
  6. 6. Passport Size Photographs

How to Apply

  1. 1Check your eligibility criteria above
  2. 2Gather all required documents listed below
  3. 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
  4. 4Fill the application form online / offline
  5. 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
  6. 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts

Scheme Level
Central Government
Ministry
Ministry of Fisheries,Animal Husbandry and Dairying
Category
Agriculture
Target Gender
Male
Age Group
0–100 years
Application
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Last Updated
25 Apr 2026

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