Department of Animal Husbandry and Fisheries, Karnataka

The Department of Animal Husbandry and Fisheries (AHF), Karnataka, is focused on enhancing livestock health, productivity, and rural livelihoods. It provides veterinary services, promotes breed development, and implements disease control programs across the state. The department also supports dairy, poultry, and fisheries sectors through training, infrastructure, and insurance schemes. Key initiatives include the National Animal Disease Reporting System (NADRS), Foot and Mouth Disease Control Programme (FMD-CP), and livestock census.