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Intensive feeding protocols for lambs on (i) complete feed consists of roughage and concentrates mixture in ratio of 50:50 or (ii) free grazing and ad libitum concentrate mixture supplementation for mutton production has been developed for attaining finishing weight of 33.0 kg at 6 month of age in lambs of native breeds. The venture is found to be economically viable and would boost mutton production in the country. This would also enhance income of the farmers engaged in sheep rearing practices.

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