Selection of site for establishment of New farm :
- Before selecting a site , the following points are to be considered.
a) Soil :
- Most suitable for strong foundation
- Loamy and gravely soil are best suited rather than clay , rainy or sandy soil.
b) land Space :
- There should be vast area for future expansion.
- At least 2-3 acre land for 20 cow.
Floor space requirement for goat /sheep:
lamb/kid |
0.3 m2 |
Ewe / Does (pregnant) |
1.3 m2 |
Ewe / Does (Non-Pregnant) |
1.5 m2 |
Buck / Ram |
2.8 m2
|
c) Availability of water :
- Constant supply of clean and fresh water is needed.
d) Drainage system :
- Proper drainage of waste water, urine should be provided.
- Prevent flood during rainfall season.
e) Electricity and transportation :
- There should be well established network of transportation to maintain continuous supply of raw material.
- Electricity is needed for operating various machines and is the light source to animals.
f) Protection from wind and solar radiation :
- Tall quick growing tree should be provided in wind direction to prevent from wind and solar radiation.
g) Availability of market:
- Farm should be away from urban areas but at same time near to city area to access market easily.
Advantages of good site ( Housing system )
- Protection from Rainfall , wind , strom.
- Protection from wild predators.
- Effective disposal of waste and by product.