The rate of loss of genetic material is proceeding at an alarming pace thereby increasing threats to the maintenance of genetic biodiversity. The conservation of existing genetic materials in regions where the water buffalo exists is a significant contribution in ensuring long-term and sustainable buffalo genetic improvement program.

PCC’s efforts to conserve existing local germplasm are complemented with the judicious introduction of riverine buffalo germplasm into pre- identified population of swamp buffaloes. This is intended to improve the genetic potentials for milk and meat production, thus maximizing benefits from this specie to meet the immediate and medium-term requirements of the rural poor and the growing human population.