Livestock Development Corporation

Cattle Farming

Commercial cattle farming in PNG is an agricultural practice focused on raising cattle for various products, primarily beef and dairy, but it can also include by-products like leather and fertilizer. Here are some key aspects to consider:

Sheep Farming

Sheep farming, also known as sheep husbandry, involves raising sheep for various purposes, including meat (lamb and mutton), wool, milk, and other products. Here’s an overview of its key aspects:

Honey Farming

Commercial honey farming, or beekeeping, involves the management of bee colonies for the production of honey and other bee products like beeswax, propolis, and royal jelly. Here’s an overview of key aspects:

Poultry Farming

Commercial poultry farming is an agricultural practice focused on the breeding and raising of domesticated birds, primarily chickens, turkeys, ducks, and geese, for meat and egg production. It plays a significant role in the global food supply, providing a source of protein that is widely consumed.


Goat Farming

Commercial goat farming involves raising goats for various products such as meat, milk, fiber, and hides. It’s a versatile and increasingly popular agricultural practice due to the relatively low cost of maintenance and the high demand for goat products in many regions around the world.

 

Pig Farming

Commercial pig farming, also known as swine production, involves the breeding and raising of pigs for meat (pork). It’s a significant aspect of the agricultural industry and provides a substantial source of protein, income, and customary obligations in PNG. Here’s an overview of the essential elements of commercial pig farming:

Cattle Breeding program

LDC Transporting Cattle Across the Bismark Sea into Launakalana – Central Province