Indian Veterinary Magazine (ISSN:3108-1398)

The dromedary camel plays a crucial role in sustaining livelihoods in India’s arid and semiarid regions. Efficient feeding management is essential for improving productivity, reproductive efficiency, and overall health of camels under challenging desert conditions. This popular article discusses digestive adaptations, nutrient requirements as per ICAR-NRCC (2024), feeding systems practiced in the field, utilization of local feed resources, droughtfeeding strategies, and environmental advantages of camels. Adoption of balanced feeding practices can significantly enhance camel performance and support climate-resilient livestock farming