Punjab govt offers Rs16bn interest-free loans to livestock farmers
he Punjab government will provide interest-free loans worth Rs16.2bn to livestock farmers under Phase-II of the Livestock Card Scheme, targeting improved nutrition for 600,000 animals over the next two years to increase meat production.
October 14, 2026 (MLN): The Punjab government will provide interest-free loans worth Rs16.2bn to livestock farmers under Phase-II of the Livestock Card Scheme, targeting improved nutrition for 600,000 animals over the next two years to increase meat production. Under the scheme, eligible farmers will receive Rs27,000 per animal to purchase essential feed, including wanda, silage and mineral mixtures. Farmers...