Dr. B.L. Chidananda
Professor and Head
Dept. of Animal Sciences
College of Agriculture
University of Agricultural Sciences
Bangalore - 560 065
India
Email: globalgoatgenetics@gmail.com
Dr. B.L. Chidananda obtained his PhD with two gold medals. He involved in teaching, research and livestock extension. Worked in a tribal village as extension worker and established a sheep and goat growers association. Has published research articles in journals and presented papers in national and international conferences. He also involved in research projects as co-PI funded by University of Sydney, Australia. He conducted intensive training program on semi-stall fed sheep and goats farming sponsored by NABARD, Canara Bank. During 2012, he played a role in importing frozen semen of Cyprus Shami goats for the first time to India and Karnataka. Showcased South African Dorper sheep breed and organized a national training program. In the just concluded Agriculture Exhibition-2015 showcased the F1 of Cyprus X Salem black goats, first time in India.