Vol. 10, Special Issue 11 (2021)

Author(s):
Hariom, Sonu, Ravi Dutt and Harpreet Singh

Abstract:
Sheep production systems are mainly subsistence-oriented but in view of the rising demand for meat, there is a great scope for their commercialization. The major reasons for low productivity are inadequate grazing resources, high mortality, morbidity due to different disease condition, poor hygienic condition and consequently reduced production, and serious lack of organized effort for bringing genetic improvement. The reproductive efficiency of different breeds of sheep in India is relatively low Induction of cyclicity in out of breeding season and controlling the estrus cycle during the breeding season in an effective and economical way is a very challenging task for the producers to increase overall profit. Various factors affecting sheep reproduction are briefed in this manuscript.