Objectives & Functions
At our ministry, every unit and department is saddled with various objectives to ensure the smooth running of the ministry as we serve the public.
Livestock Development
Formulation of policies on livestock resources, production and conservation.
Grazing Management
Rendering pastoral services, establishing grazing reserves, pasture and stock routes development.
Livestock Products
Promoting the development of livestock products and markets.
Livestock Agriculture
Overseeing the improvement of the productivity and output of all livestock species in the state.
Standard Operation
Developing and enforcing standard operation guidelines and rules in animal production and transportation.
Livestock Census
Initiating and maintaining regular livestock census, data bank and efficient livestock Market Information system (MIS) for all species of animal production.
Breeding
Developing a comprehensive policy on breeding and genetics.
Economic Empowerment
Promoting the economic empowerment of pastoralists and other livestock farmers.
Conservation Programmes
Operating breeding and conservation centres in the State.
Animal Production
Manpower and vocational development in animal production and processing.
Feed Industry
Regulation of activities of the Feed industry in the State.
Hatchery Production
Initiating and maintaining operating standards for the hatcheries.
Animal Movement
Supervising the movement of animals within the State.
Livestock Registration
Registration of Livestock Farms, Hatcheries and Abattoirs in the State.
Improving Livestock Production
Collaborating with related bodies/agencies to improve livestock production in the State.