A Day in SKCRF

We are happy to invite you all in visiting the Senaapathy Kangayam cattle research foundation (SKCRF), Kuttapalayam, Kangayam Taluk, Tirupur district.

SKCRF is an in-situ conservation and breeding centre based in Kuttapalayam, Kangayam Taluk, Tirupur district, Tamilnadu. SKCRF functions as a resource and research centre working on conservation of native breeds of cattle, focused more earnestly on the kangayam breed and the Korangadu, a unique silvi pasture land and farming system in the kongu region of mid-western Tamilnadu. The Kangayam breed and the Korangadu are interdependent and hence they need to be protected from the threat of extinction.

SKCRF also works to preserve the bio-cultural values and the uniqueness around our indigenous breeds of livestock and traditional knowledge associated with it.

The foundation is pro-active in raising awareness about the kangayam breed and the social, cultural and heritage value of Korangadu. The foundation is located in the hamlet of Kuttapalayam, 5 Km from Muthur on the Kangayam – Kodumudi road and 5 Km from Nathakadiyur on the Palani – Salem state highway. It is located about 80Km from Coimbatore, 30 Km from erode and 40 Km from Tirupur. A part of the cattle herd of the foundation is maintained at a farm in Valliarachal village, 6Km south of Muthur.

Enclosed location map of SKCRF: –  https://goo.gl/maps/su5ux9UUwkJ2

SKCRF welcomes Schools, colleges, IT and other company employee’s institutional visits to experience kangayam cattle and Korangadu to learn about rain water harvesting, afforestation environment and biodiversity.

A Day at SKCRF: An explorative tour (4 hours)

• Kangayam Safari – drive into Korangadu – unique silvi pasture grazing land which encompasses seven species of grasses, shrubs, monocots, dicots, seven species of trees and 118 species of birds documented by SKCRF.
• A session on importance of biodiversity, native cattle – breeds of Tamilnadu, special features on Kangayam, importance of traditional biocultural sports – Rekhla, Jallikattu, importance of Zero budget farming using cow dung and urine.
• Selfie with world famous Kangayam bull.
• Visit to Noyyal river to understand the pollution of water bodies and the river eco system.
• Visit to a water saving pond to learn about rain water harvesting in SKCRF.
• Visitor contribution of Rs.100/- per head is applicable for the program. Cheque to be issued in favor of Senaapathy Kangayam cattle research foundation on the day of the visit. (please provide Pan card copy)

A Day at SKCRF: An explorative tour (8 Hours)

• Kangayam Safari – drive into Korangadu – unique silvi pasture grazing land which encompasses seven species of grasses, shrubs, monocots, dicots, seven species of trees and 118 species of birds documented by SKCRF.
• A session on importance of biodiversity, native cattle – breeds of Tamilnadu, special features on Kangayam, importance of traditional biocultural sports – Rekhla, Jallikattu, importance of Zero budget farming using cow dung and urine.
• Selfie with world famous Kangayam bull.
• Visit to Noyyal river to understand the pollution of water bodies and the river eco system.
• Visit to a water saving pond to learn about rain water harvesting in SKCRF.
• Visit to a nearby village Valliarachal to see another rain water harvesting pond and walk around it. (only for students above 6^thstandard)
• Walk through a mini forest (created ingeniously through careful planning) and experience the fall in temperature and change in micro climate.
• Visitor contribution of Rs.250/- Per head is applicable for the program. Cheque to be issued in favor of Senaapathy Kangayam cattle research foundation on the day of your visit. (Please provide Pan card copy)

Note:

SKCRF follows certain environmental regulations. Hence visitors are kindly requested to avoid plastics of any kind (wrappers, bottles, cups etc.)  Careless disposal leads to death of livestock when they consume them unknowingly. Please follow all guidelines for a memorable and pleasant trip. Contributions made to SKCRF will be utilized to maintain the farm. SKCRF retains the discretion of entertaining visitors and visits can be cancelled at a short notice. SKCRF will make arrangements and safety precautions for the visitors. However, ensuring the safety of visitors shall rest with the coordinator from the visitor side

SENAAPATHY KANGAYAM CATTLE RESEARCH FOUNDATION

Kuttappalayam (P.o.),
Kangayam Taluk,
Tiruppur District,
Tamil Nadu – 638108, India.
P: + 91 4257 294234, 254504
M: + 91 96559 12456, + 91 80125 20456
E: skcrf10@gmail.com