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The article examines the composition, production, growth, and contribution of the livestock economy of North East India.It observes that cattle, goats, and pigs are important components of the livestock population in North East India.However, growth rates of milch livestock show a slow and negative growth rate, implying profound implications for milk production in the region.Pig and poultry show robust growth rates, suggesting North East farmers' inclination towards low capital-intensive and short-maturity livestock.Important livestock products like milk, meat, and eggs depict a slow growth rate in the region compared to all India figures, resulting in a huge shortage in the region.The contribution of livestock to the total Gross Value Added and its growth in the region shows signs of strength but is still lagging behind India's overall performance.Livestock feeds and infrastructure are also areas of concern, even though there is vast potential for improvement in the Northeast region.The article emphasizes the need for a dairy revolution in the region.
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