1. What is this item?

A dedicated shelter designed for the housing of goats and sheep to ensure their safety, hygiene, and comfort. It includes:

• Bedding areas for comfort, like straw or rubber mats

• Feeding troughs and water supply systems

• Ventilation system to ensure airflow and minimize heat stress

• Waste management (manure pits or composting system)

• Animal handling areas with gates and rails for easy movement

• Milking and breeding sections for dairy goats or sheep

2. How is the Quantity Estimated?

• Area per animal: 30–50 sq ft per goat or sheep, depending on the type of housing (individual pens or group housing).

• Capacity scaling: A small shed may house 20–30 animals, requiring around 600–1,000 sq ft.

• Milking section (for dairy goats/sheep): 100–150 sq ft for 10 animals.

3. What are the Cost Components?

• Shelter Structure (GI, steel frame, roofing): ₹250–400/sq ft

• Bedding Materials (straw, rubber mats): ₹8,000–20,000 annually (depending on usage)

• Feeding & Watering Systems (troughs, automatic feeders): ₹3,000–5,000 per animal

• Ventilation System (fans, ducts): ₹20,000–40,000

• Waste Management (compost pits, manure storage): ₹15,000–30,000

• Handling Equipment (gates, rails, pens): ₹10,000–25,000

• Milking Equipment (if dairy goats/sheep): ₹50,000–1 Lakh (automated)

4. What are the Going Rates & Per Unit Cost?

Component Cost Estimate Quantity/Size

Shelter Structure ₹2.5–5 Lakh 600–1000 sq ft

Bedding Materials ₹8,000–20,000 Annual replenishment

Feeding & Watering Systems ₹3,000–5,000/animal Automatic system/animal

Ventilation System ₹20,000–40,000 2–3 fans and ducts

Waste Management ₹15,000–30,000 Compost pits/manure bins

Handling Equipment ₹10,000–25,000 Gates/rails

Milking Equipment (if any) ₹50,000–1 Lakh Automated system

Estimated Total Cost (for 20–30 goats/sheep):

• Small Unit (20 animals): ₹4–7 Lakh

• Larger Unit (30 animals): ₹8–10 Lakh