கால்நடை மற்றும் விலங்கின அறிவியலுக்கான ஒருங்கிணைந்த உயர்ஆராய்ச்சி நிலையம்
Objectives
- Establish scientifically managed livestock, poultry, and fisheries units that demonstrate proven technologies for adoption by farmers.
- Provide research opportunities for students and scholars based on real-world challenges in livestock, fisheries, and allied sectors, enabling practical and impactful solutions.
- Upgrade skills and capacities of farmers, field veterinarians, fisheries professionals, and other stakeholders through specialized training programs.
- Create a nurturing ecosystem for startups in livestock, fisheries, and allied domains, fostering innovation and rural entrepreneurship.
- Develop an Advanced Centre of Excellence for integrated research, education, and extension in livestock, fisheries, and animal sciences.
Background
The Advanced Institute for Integrated Research on Livestock and Animal Sciences (AIIRLIVAS), established by the Government of Tamil Nadu, is a pioneering hub for livestock research, education, and innovation.
Spread across 1102.25 acres at Thalaivasal, Salem District, it is Asia's largest integrated livestock research facility. Inaugurated on 13.01.2025 by the Hon'ble Chief Minister, the institute underscores the state's commitment to sustainable rural development, animal welfare and allied sectors.
Vision
To become a premier, multi-species institute in indigenous livestock and animal sciences, offering world-class facilities for quality education, pioneering research, and seamless technology transfer to benefit farmers, entrepreneurs, and the broader livestock sector.
Mission
AIIRLIVAS aims to drive innovation in animal production by introducing modern, farmer-centric technologies that boost productivity, profitability, and sustainability.
We are committed to transforming research into real-world solutions for the livestock sector in Tamil Nadu and beyond.
Administration
Thiru Anitha R. Radhakrishnan
Hon'ble Minister for Fisheries, Fishermen Welfare and Animal Husbandry, Government of Tamil Nadu
Dr. N. Subbaiyan, IAS
Secretary to Government, Animal Husbandry, Dairying, Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare Department, Government of Tamil Nadu
Dr. K. Krishnakumar, M.V.Sc., Ph.D., FISSAR.,
Director, AIIRLIVAS,
Thalaivasal Koot Road, Salem – 636112
Facilities
Spread over 1102.25 acres, AIIRLIVAS offers holistic experience:
- Perfect place for Livestock Domain and State of Art Infrastructure to cater the need of students, farmers and aspiring entrepreneurs.
- 12+ indigenous livestock breeds and 11 model farm units.
- 4 fisheries demo units including biofloc and aquaponics.
- 6 forage & organic zones covering 400+ acres with modern irrigation.
- 7+ training halls & conference rooms with smart tech.
- 1 Business Incubation Centre with open offices, boardroom & data centre.
- 100+ accommodation units across hostels and guest houses.
- 10+ public outlets (bank, milk parlour, supermarket, meat stalls).
- 6 PPP units like hatchery, feed mill & slaughter houses.