What you get
- Financial assistance of ₹80/- per animal per day. | - This assistance covers the cost of maintenance of Local Breed Cattle, which includes feed, fodder, and other miscellaneous costs, bundled together in one component. | - Microchipping or ear tagging of the cattle will be done by the area Assistant Director, Veterinary Officer, or Veterinary Assistant of the Veterinary Hospital/Dispensary sub-centres under the instruction of the Assistant Director or Veterinary Officer. | - The subsidy will be credited in the account of the beneficiary. | - Financial assistance will be provided on a quarterly basis. | - The area Assistant Director or Veterinary Officer shall visit the cattle shed every month and submit the quarterly report (as per Annexure “A”) for the release of the subsidy. | Benefit Limitations | - The Scheme will be limited for a maximum of total 05 Local Breed Cattle per family. | - The Government has the power to restrict the number of cows to be reared per applicant. | - The number of cattle to be reared shall be restricted to 250 cows per District for the Scheme in the financial year 2024-2025, with subsequent increases based on response. | Conditions | - The beneficiary must ensure the cattle are stall-fed in the cattle shed or kept within the paddock area. | - The cattle must be housed as per the approved housing regulations for cattle by the Bureau of Indian Standards. | - The cattle must be housed in a fashion that can be easily inspected and counted by the local area Assistant Director or Veterinary Officer of the Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services. | - The Local Breed Cattle must be regularly vaccinated. Refusal to vaccinate the cattle will lead to the forfeiture of the benefits of the scheme immediately, including any benefits supposed to be received. | - If the Local Breeds Cattle are found let loose outside the paddock area, further benefit of the Scheme will be stopped immediately and the farmer will not be considered in the Scheme in the future. | - One-Time Exemption: In case the animal has let itself loose due to circumstances beyond the control of the owner, only one chance will be given. This requires a written request providing photographic proof of the animals, duly recommended by the Area Officer, and addressed to the Director, Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services.
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
Is there any possible allowance or temporary waiver if the animal escapes from the paddock due to reasons that were entirely outside of the owner’s control?
Yes, only a one-time exemption is possible. This requires a written request providing photographic proof of the animals, duly recommended by the Area Officer, and addressed to the Director, Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services, for the continuation of the scheme.
If I plan to expand my operation and rear a significant number of animals, am I responsible for fulfilling any additional government environmental regulations?
Yes. If the number of cattle reared exceeds 25 animals, the farmer is responsible for fulfilling all applicable Pollution Control Board norms.
What is the exact monetary amount of the financial subsidy provided per animal, and what specific expenses are intended to be covered by this daily assistance?
Financial assistance is provided at ₹80/- per animal per day. This amount covers the cost of maintenance, including feed, fodder, and other miscellaneous costs, all included in one component.
Are there any reserved components of the scheme specifically allocated for marginalized communities within the total number of cattle sanctioned per district?
Yes. Out of the 250 cattle restricted per District, 12% shall be reserved for Scheduled Tribes (ST) and 2% shall be reserved for Scheduled Castes (SC) respectively.
What immediate and long-term repercussions will I face if my local breed cattle are found unattended or roaming freely outside of the designated paddock area?
If the Local Breeds Cattle are found let loose outside the paddock area, further benefits of the scheme will be immediately stopped, and the farmer will not be considered in the Scheme in the future.
Which specific categories or breeds of cattle must I own and maintain in order to qualify for the conservation assistance provided under this program?
The applicant must own either non-descript cattle or Shwet Kapila cattle to be eligible for the scheme.
As a potential applicant, what specific occupation or status must I hold in the State of Goa to be considered eligible for the financial support?
The scheme is open to any Dairy Farmer or an Individual who is residing in the State of Goa.
What are the structural or regulatory requirements concerning the premises where the cattle are housed and maintained during the period of the scheme?
The applicant must possess an adequate cattle shed that aligns with the approved housing regulations for cattle mandated by the Bureau of Indian Standards.
If I have a large family, what is the maximum permissible number of local breed cattle for which one single family can receive financial assistance?
The scheme will be limited for a maximum total of 05 Local Breed Cattle per family. The Government maintains the power to restrict the number of cows to be reared per applicant.
Is there a minimum period of residency required within the state, and what documentation is needed to verify this mandatory residential status?
Yes. Applicants must be a bonafide resident of Goa for at least the preceding 15 years. A residence certificate must be produced from the Competent Authority to prove this requirement.
Does this cattle conservation program apply universally across the entire state, or is it restricted to specific types of geographic areas or municipal classifications?
The scheme shall be applicable only to rural areas and specific Municipalities, specifically Class C and Class B Municipalities.
Are there any restrictions regarding the applicant’s existing economic standing or wealth level that would prevent them from accessing this specific assistance?
No. All farmers are eligible to avail the scheme irrespective of their financial status.
What mandatory medical procedures must be routinely performed on the local breed cattle, and what happens if I refuse to comply with these health requirements?
The Local Breed Cattle should be regularly vaccinated. Refusal to vaccinate the cattle will result in the immediate forfeiture of the benefits of the scheme, including any benefits supposed to be received.
Once my application is approved and the cattle are tagged, how frequently should I expect the financial subsidy payments to be deposited into my bank account?
The subsidy will be credited into the account of the beneficiary on a quarterly basis. The Area Officer must submit a quarterly report every month for the release of this subsidy.