National Bovine Genomic Centre for Indigenous Breeds (NBGC-IB)

Source: PIB & Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare

For initiating genomics among indigenous bovine breeds, it is proposed to establish the national-level genomic centre as “National Bovine Genomic Centre for Indigenous Breeds” under the Rashtriya Gokul Mission scheme. This Centre (NBGC-IB) is established as an autonomous body for undertaking all activities related to the introduction of genomic selection procedures for production and supply of high-quality bulls of various indigenous breeds in the country.

Duration

This project is planned for a period of 4 years (2016-2020) at an estimated cost of 106 Crore. During the 1st phase of the project (year 1st & 2nd) five thousand animals will be recorded and during phase 2 (year 3rd & 4th) another five thousand records along with DNA samples will be contributing to the project pool.

Objectives of NBGC-IB

Improving breeding standards of Indigenous breeds
To design and fabricate SNP genotyping chip for the screening of animals within the country
To adopt a strategy for selecting high genetic merit animals in the breeding programme at the National level
To select breeding bulls of high genetic merit at a young age
To create the world-class referral facilities for SNP genotyping of Indian milch breeds on a commercial basis for decision making about adopting an appropriate breeding plan

Activities of NBGCIB are;