Livestock Income Range in Mixed Farming

In mixed farming, the income from livestock should be:

Correct Answer: At least 10% and upper limit 49% of gross income

In mixed farming, livestock must contribute a minimum of 10% and a maximum of 49% of gross farm income. If livestock income goes above 49%, it becomes specialized farming.

Income Thresholds in Different Farming Systems

• Mixed farming: Livestock income = 10% to 49% of gross income
• Specialized farming: Single enterprise income ≥ 50% of gross income
• Diversified farming: No single enterprise ≥ 50% of gross income

Livestock Species in Mixed Farming

• Mixed farming mainly includes milch cattle and buffaloes (not sheep/goat primarily)