Livestock Card Scheme
The Chief Minister of Punjab, Maryam Nawaz Sharif, has officially launched the Livestock Card Scheme 2025 to empower poor farmers and traditional cattle farmers by providing interest-free loans and a structured interest free credit facility. This initiative allows eligible farmers to register their animals at the nearest veterinary hospital, get approved, and gain access to financial resources that help improve livelihoods. With this support, farmers can purchase Wanda, Silage, and mineral mixtures for calf fattening and provide a balanced ration or feed for fattening purposes, ensuring livestock prosperity. The Government of Punjab, under strong leadership, has developed a digitized system with state-of-the-art technology and a robust applicant verification process through PITB, enhancing accessibility, reducing processing times, and improving service delivery.
This program also focuses on supporting rural women and divorced women to maintain cows and buffaloes, creating income generation opportunities and promoting household sustainability. With a historic Rs. 5 billion package, the CM Punjab aims to boost the livestock sector, strengthen food security, enhance milk and meat production, improve veterinary services, and modernize livestock practices. By improving health and productivity, this initiative ensures long-term sustainability for Punjab’s livestock sector, providing financial support and technological innovation to farmers while creating job opportunities and fostering a thriving environment for animal husbandry.
Key Highlights of Punjab Livestock Development Package
The Animal Health & Vaccination Drive in Punjab has been strengthened with Rs. 30 crore to ensure disease control and vaccination campaigns for cattle, goats, sheep, and buffaloes, protecting them from deadly diseases. Under the Artificial Insemination Program, Rs. 79 crore 30 lakh has been allocated to improve breed quality and enhance meat production and dairy production. Through Veterinary Services Expansion, Rs. 25 crore supports mobile veterinary clinics in far-flung areas, providing free medical treatment for animals. Additionally, Modern Livestock Facilities with Rs. 13 crore fund modern veterinary hospitals, offering advanced diagnostic services and treatment services, while Awareness & Digital Support of Rs. 10 crore introduces the Livestock Mobile App for real-time information on animal health, subsidies, and schemes.
The Green Tractor Scheme with Rs. 1 billion helps Farmers and rural women participate in agricultural development. The Dairy & Meat Industry Boost, with Rs. 5 crore, funds modern labs to monitor milk quality, meat quality, international standards, food safety, and exports. Small Farmers Support of Rs. 38 crore provides fodder seed distribution programs to reduce cost burden for small farmers. The Punjab Livestock Card 2025 offers interest-free loans ranging from Rs. 135,000 to Rs. 270,000 for four months with quick repayment within one month after the loan period, allowing farmers to purchase animal feed like vanda, silage, and fodder, empowering 60,000 cattle farmers with accessible financing, supporting women’s economic role, rural communities, equal access, livestock keepers, and enhancing the quality of cattle across Punjab.
Who Can Apply for Punjab Livestock Card 2025
- Applicants must be residents of Punjab with an active phone number registered under a valid CNIC.
- Registration in the SPMS-9211 system is required to verify eligibility for the Punjab Livestock Card 2025.
- Applicants should own male calves or young stock including Buffalo and Cattle.
- Male cattle keepers and female cattle keepers are eligible, provided they own animals before registration.
- Applicants must maintain a clean credit history, with no prior defaults or disqualifications under government loan schemes.
- Applications are processed on a first-come, first-serve basis, ensuring fair access for all farmers.
- Complete details and correct details must be provided during the application, including a valid CNIC and poverty score check, which are mandatory.
- Loan facility ranges from Rs. 200,000 to Rs. 270,000 based on verification of the number of animals and household details, which are reviewed before approval.
- Interest-free loans are offered, with women farmers receiving special incentives to empower their financial independence and promote stronger participation in agriculture.
Applying for Your Punjab Livestock Card
- Government has introduced a dedicated SMS registration system to simplify the application process.
- Farmers can use Government loans information to prepare their CNIC details and livestock information.
- Send an SMS to the official code 9211 to begin your registration.
Wait for a confirmation message that verifies your eligibility for the program. - Visit the nearest veterinary hospital for physical verification of your animals and details.
- Once approved, your Livestock Card will be issued and recognized as valid under the scheme.
- Avoid fake agents or unofficial numbers to ensure a safe and authentic application process.
Target Beneficiaries and Support
- Between 40,000 and 80,000 farmers will be issued the Livestock Card.
- In the 1st year, 10,000 to 20,000 farmers with 100,000 animals will benefit.
- In the 2nd year, 30,000 to 60,000 farmers with 300,000 animals will be covered.
Review of Information During Application
- Applicants must provide accurate information about the number of animals and type of animals such as cows, buffaloes, goats.
- Details about household poverty score, survey results, housing, and living conditions are required.
- Proof of livestock management practices is mandatory.
- This review process ensures loans reach only genuine and deserving farmers.
- Eligible farmers can access interest-free loans.
Benefits of Punjab Livestock Card
- By registering and receiving the Punjab Livestock Card, farmers enjoy interest-free loans for four months.
- Loan repayment facility is available within one month after expiry.
- Loan amounts range from Rs. 135,000 to Rs. 270,000.
- Farmers can purchase vanda, silage, hay, and mineral mixtures.
- Equal opportunity is provided for men and women.
- The program empowers nearly 60,000 farmers across Punjab.
- It improves health, feeding, and productivity of animals.
Special Focus on Women Farmers
- Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz emphasizes support for female farmers, including widows and divorced women.
- Ensures equal access to financial support in women in agriculture.
- Promotes economic independence, nutrition, and income within households.
- Strengthens the role of women in Pakistan’s rural economy.
Helpline for Assistance
- Farmers can call the Livestock & Dairy Development Helpline at 08000-9211 for guidance and support.
- The helpline is available 24/7 for assistance.
Conclusion
The Punjab Livestock Card 2025 is a transformative initiative designed to empower farmers, improve livestock productivity, and provide financial independence to women farmers. By offering interest-free loans, support for animal health, and easy registration processes, this scheme ensures that both small and large farmers in Punjab can access the resources they need to enhance meat production, dairy production, and overall agricultural development. With guidance through the Livestock & Dairy Development Helpline, and transparent review processes, eligible farmers can confidently participate, strengthen their households, and contribute to Pakistan’s rural economy.
FAQs
Who is eligible for the Punjab Livestock Card 2025?
Any applicant who is a resident of Punjab, owns male calves or young stock like Buffalo, Cattle, and meets the poverty score check and loan verification criteria can apply.
How many farmers will benefit from the scheme?
The scheme targets 40,000 to 80,000 farmers, with 10,000 to 20,000 farmers in the 1st year and 30,000 to 60,000 farmers in the 2nd year.
What is the loan facility under this program?
Eligible farmers can access interest-free loans ranging from Rs. 135,000 to Rs. 270,000, with repayment options of one month after expiry.
How can farmers apply for the Punjab Livestock Card?
Applicants must use the dedicated SMS registration system, send their CNIC details and livestock information to 9211, and then visit the nearest veterinary hospital for physical verification.
Is there a special focus on women farmers?
Yes, female farmers, including widows and divorced women, are provided equal access, special incentives, and opportunities to achieve economic independence.
Where can farmers get help or guidance?
The Livestock & Dairy Development Helpline 08000-9211 is available 24/7 for guidance and support.