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Question: What is the silver revolution?
Answer: The silver revolution began with the growth in egg production, economically boosting the agriculture sector of India. It was supported by both government and private firms.
It took place under the governance of Indira Gandhi between 1969-1978. The founder of Venkys, Dr BV Rao was the visionary behind this poultry industry.
Medical sciences and innovation played a huge role in bringing the Silver Revolution to India. Advanced methods and technologies were used to enhance the growth of poultry farming in the country.
The revolution took place for 9 years, boosting the growth of egg production in India. The revolution was led by the hybrid of cocks and hens which increased poultry production. India became the 3rd largest producer of eggs after China and USA.
The policies of the government, scientists and veterinarians as well as private companies like Venkys boosted egg production in India.
Salient Features of The Silver Revolution
Adoption of advanced technology and biosecurity methods to prevent diseases.
Using the protocols of medical sciences to achieve the hybrids of cocks and hens.
Boosting the quality of egg products that are produced.
Promotion of the consumption of egg products to increase demand and ensure sustainable food for everyone.
Clean packaging of the eggs with clearly mentioned nutritive value and expiry date.
Careful mass production and export planning.
High innovations biosafety conventions to be adopted.
The utilisation of applied science to produce eggs.
Expansion of the items of eggs produced to meet the demands of the countries in need.
Boosting economical nourishment.
The Silver Revolution boosted the economy of India as it created job opportunities for more than one lakh individuals in an immediate and roundabout way. The production of eggs has gone up to 90 billion in just 25 years. The best quality hatching eggs produced by India are exported to African nations.
