About Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying
The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying oversees three distinct but interrelated sectors — marine and inland fisheries, livestock and poultry husbandry, and the dairy industry. These sectors together contribute significantly to India's food security, rural employment, and export earnings.
ACS provides comprehensive support for fish farmers, aquaculture entrepreneurs, dairy cooperatives, poultry operators, and livestock businesses to obtain licenses, access subsidies, and remain compliant with central and state regulations.
Key Departments & Bodies
- Department of Fisheries — marine & inland fisheries, aquaculture, fishing vessels, fish processing
- Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying — livestock, poultry, dairy, veterinary services
- National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB)
- Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI)
- Food Safety & Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) — for food-grade products
- Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA)
Our Fisheries & Animal Husbandry Services
- Fisheries farm registration & Aquaculture Authority license
- Fishing vessel registration & fishing license (state/central)
- MPEDA registration for marine product exporters
- Fish processing unit setup — FSSAI, EIC (Export Inspection Council) certifications
- Dairy farm & milk processing plant license (FSSAI + state dairy board)
- Poultry & livestock farm registration under state animal husbandry dept
- Veterinary practice establishment & drug license
- Animal feed manufacturing license (BIS/FSSAI)
- Subsidy applications under PM Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)
- Kisan Credit Card (KCC) for fisheries & animal husbandry operators
Key Schemes
- Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) — fisheries infrastructure & modernisation
- Fisheries & Aquaculture Infrastructure Development Fund (FIDF)
- National Animal Disease Control Programme (NADCP)
- National Livestock Mission (NLM)
- Dairy Development schemes through NDDB & NDP
- Animal Husbandry Infrastructure Development Fund (AHIDF)