Socio-economic characteristics of Molai Adu goat farmers in Erode District of Tamil Nadu
Author(s): M Seevagan, T Ravimurugan, SMK Karthickeyan, T Thamil Vanan, T Anna, R Rajendran, P Gopu and T Karuthadurai
Abstract: The present study was conducted to explore the socio-economic characteristics of Molai Adu goat farmers in the Erode district of Tamil Nadu, providing valuable insights into their livelihoods, challenges, and opportunities. Molai Adu, a native polled goat breed, is predominantly reared in this region and holds significant importance in the rural economy. Data were collected from a representative sample of farmers through structured interviews and field surveys, focusing on demographic profiles, income patterns, educational attainment, and market access. The findings reveal that the majority of Molai Adu farmers belong to marginal and small-scale farming households, with goat rearing serving as a vital source of supplementary income and playing a key role in their socio-economic development.
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M Seevagan, T Ravimurugan, SMK Karthickeyan, T Thamil Vanan, T Anna, R Rajendran, P Gopu, T Karuthadurai. Socio-economic characteristics of Molai Adu goat farmers in Erode District of Tamil Nadu. Int J Vet Sci Anim Husbandry 2025;10(1):35-37.