Traditional herbal formulations for cattle and buffaloes

06/07/2025

🌿 Heifer Recovers from Lumpy Skin Disease (L*D) like symptoms using Ethnoveterinary Medicine! 🌿
A success story from Maradihundi village, Mysuru under NDDB’s DCAM initiative. In Maradihundi village, Nanjanagudu Taluk, Mysuru district, Karnataka, an 18-month-old crossbred heifer owned by Sri Basavaraj faced severe health challenges in October 2022. The animal exhibited Lumpy Skin Disease (L*D) like symptoms including lumps over the skin, recumbency, high fever, and corneal opacity, significantly raising concerns about its recovery and future productivity.
Upon consultation with Dr. Sunil Kumar K.K., Assistant Manager at MYMUL, the farmer adopted Ethnoveterinary Medicine (EVM) as part of the Disease Control through Alternate Medicines (DCAM) project.
EVM Treatment Timeline: 🔹 EVM started: 20th October 2022 🔹 EVM completed: 2nd November 2022
Treatment Application: The EVM formulation was used as per NDDB’s EVM Booklet. Details of the ingredients and application procedure can be viewed in the following links:
Assamese: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KtQuxD5xCw8
Bengali: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U9cNZr_4ra4
English: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rkr0-_Hr2vE
Gujarati: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zywqadUmL6c
Hindi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tgldV868VE8
Kannada: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TOi6frOZczI
Malayalam: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B6EYKCn8-0U
Odia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DNO1QQq-Rkc
Punjabi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xcB7zuT80aE
Tamil: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lcsKS9c5YhQ
Telegu: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4eHkMmvTIz8
Recovery Status: The heifer showed remarkable improvement, fully recovering from the symptoms within two weeks of consistent EVM application. The corneal opacity subsided, fever normalized, lumps subsided and the animal regained its mobility and health.
Comparative photographs clearly illustrate the striking improvement from severe L*D symptoms to full recovery after Ethnoveterinary intervention.
This inspiring case highlights the efficacy, affordability, and safety of scientifically guided traditional treatments, promoting sustainable livestock health and farmer welfare.

06/07/2025

🌿 Calf with Lumpy Skin Disease-like Lesions recovered through EVM! 🌿
A success story from Shreeja MPC under NDDB’s DCAM initiative:
In Reddygunta village, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, a 7-month-old Jersey cross female calf owned by Smt. Sumathi, exhibited Lumpy Skin Disease (L*D) like symptoms, including cutaneous nodules, erosive lesions on the nostril/muzzle, reduced appetite, and increased risk of secondary infection. The case was observed in June 2023. The animal was initially treated with injection Ciprofloxacin and Oint. Inflamin, but no visible improvement was noted. With guidance from Dr. V. Hari Krishna, veterinarian at Shreeja Mahila Milk Producer Company, the farmer was supported to shift to Ethnoveterinary Medicine (EVM) under the DCAM project, using locally available herbs.

🌿 EVM Formulations Used:
The EVM formulation was used as per NDDB’s EVM Booklet. Details of the ingredients and application procedure can be viewed in the following links:
Assamese: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KtQuxD5xCw8
Bengali: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U9cNZr_4ra4
English: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rkr0-_Hr2vE
Gujarati: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zywqadUmL6c
Hindi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tgldV868VE8
Kannada: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TOi6frOZczI
Malayalam: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B6EYKCn8-0U
Odia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DNO1QQq-Rkc
Punjabi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xcB7zuT80aE
Tamil: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lcsKS9c5YhQ
Telegu: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4eHkMmvTIz8
Recovery Status:
The calf made a complete recovery, with all wounds healed and nodules fully subsided. A comparative photograph taken before and after the application of Ethnoveterinary Medicine (EVM) is presented in the photographs.
This story shows how scientifically guided traditional remedies can successfully manage even challenging cases like L*D-like conditions, while saving cost and promoting safe animal healthcare.

27/06/2025

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06/06/2025

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🌿 Three Repeat Breeding Cases. One Common Solution: Ethnoveterinary Medicine (EVM) 🌿
Real stories from the field under NDDB’s DCAM initiative
In the villages of Devanahalli Taluka, Bangalore Rural District, three dairy farmers were struggling with a common problem — their cows were not conceiving even after 3–4 artificial inseminations (AIs). This condition, known as Repeat Breeding, is a major cause of economic loss in dairying.
💸 What does repeat breeding cost a farmer?
Every failed AI means:
• Delay in next calving
• No pregnancy = no calf = no future milk
• Extra feeding cost
• Repeated treatment expenses
• Loss of faith in veterinary solutions
Each failed attempt not only reduces the farmer’s income but increases daily costs — especially when the cow is otherwise healthy and still producing milk.
With the support of the DCAM (Disease Control through Alternate Methods) project, In-charge for BAMUL and guidance of:
✅ Dr. Mahadev Roddanavar
✅ Dr. Sharath Kumar M
✅ Dr. Nischitha B M from BAMUL, farmers tried an Ethnoveterinary Medicine (EVM) approach using local herbs instead of costly solutions.
📆 Treatment Period: April to June 2023
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👇 Case Summary
Animal Details Problem & History
Animal no 1: HF crossbred, 4.5 years, 3rd lactation, 14 L/day milk, Owner: Shri Rajanna, Kempalingapura Ailment History: 3–4 failed AIs. Treated earlier with Tonophosphos & minerals but no result
Animal no 2: HF crossbred, 4.5 years, 3rd lactation, 8 L/day milk, Owner: Smt. Radhamma, Bettakote. Ailment History: 3–4 failed AIs. No prior treatment, light vaginal discharge observed
Animal no 3: HF crossbred, 5 years, 3rd lactation, 14 L/day milk, Owner: Shri Arogyappa, Doddasagarahalli. Ailment History: 3–4 failed AIs. Previously treated with Tonophosphos & minerals with no effect
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Ethnoveterinary Intervention
Under the DCAM framework, the case was addressed using a structured Ethnoveterinary Medicine (EVM) protocol involving herbal remedies. Each farmer adopted a 20-day EVM regimen using locally available medicinal plants like raddish, aloe vera, Cissus quadrangularis, moringa leaves, and curry leaves — all given in specific doses.
1st 4 days: One raddish, twice daily
2nd 4 days: One aloe vera leaf, twice daily
3rd 4 days: Cissus quadrangularis stem, 4 handfuls once daily
4th 4 days: Moringa leaves, 4 handfuls, twice daily
last 4 days: Curry leaves, 4 handfuls along with 5 g Turmaric powder, twice daily
All herbs were sourced from the local area, minimizing cost and ensuring sustainability.
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Outcome and Results
AI done on 21st day, pregnancy confirmed after 2.5 months in all three animals.
These stories prove that traditional knowledge + scientific validation = sustainable dairying. Proud to see EVM healing animals, restoring farmer confidence, and making dairying healthier and more affordable.

23/04/2025

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23/10/2024

🚨 Revolutionizing Bovine Care with Ethnoveterinary Practices (EVP)! 🚨

NDDB, in collaboration with East Assam Milk Union Ltd. (EAMUL) has successfully organized a 4-day training program on Ethnoveterinary Practices (EVP) to promote sustainable care for cows and buffaloes. Over 200 participants from EAMUL, including veterinarians, Milk Procurement Officers (MPOs), Supervisors, Artificial Insemination Technicians (AITs), and Dairy Cooperative Society (DCS) Secretaries from Jorhat, Biswanath, and Darrang districts participated in the training. Each day’s program commenced with an address by Dr. Pritam Kishore Saikia, MD of EAMUL, who emphasized the significance of alternative veterinary practices in disease management in bovines.
The program, led by renowned experts such as Prof. N. Punniamurthy, emphasized the importance of EVP in managing bovine ailments. Dr. Pankaj Dutta and Dr. Sagar I. Shroff, managers (Animal Health), NDDB, provided valuable insights during the sessions. Participants gained practical knowledge through hands-on demonstrations, equipping them with natural, antibiotic-free solutions for bovine health management.
This initiative empowers farmers to adopt eco-friendly practices, contributing to a healthier and more sustainable future for the dairy industry.
Powering a future where bovine care is healthier and greener. Let’s go together! 🌍✨
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21/08/2023

A success story of Mastitis (locally known as Allergic Mastitis) treated with EVM most successfully.
Owner: Sri Tatineni Raghava.
Village:Chipuru gudem.
Krishna district.A.P.
Animal: Graded Murrah.
Calving details: First calver.
The owner observed sudden hard swelling of teats and udder on the 7th day of calving. The swollen teats were very hard and milking was very painful. He then called upon the EMVC service team. Mr.Narsireddy, a trained EVM person immediately adopted the EVM treatment for mastitis on advice of Dr D Prasad. By the second day, half of the swelling reduced and by the fourth day morning, there was 100% recovery. Now the animal is milking normally giving 2 litres as usual.
Mobile no.of the owner: 9491247246.
Courtesy : Dr.D.Prasad.