Sri Vijaya Puram, March 12: The growth in dairy sector is closely linked with availability of nutritious fodder. The Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services promotes improved fodder cultivation in the field for the benefit of dairy farmers. Along with the propagation of nutritious fodder production, the Department focuses on conservation of fodder. Conservation of fodder is important to ensure steady and stable supply of nutritious food for livestock especially during the seasonal shortage of fodder.