State Act

The Maharashtra Bovine Breeding (Regulation) Act, 2023.

15. Functions of Authority.— The Authority shall perform the following functions, namely :— (a) to regulate the production of bovine semen, bovine embryos, ova or oocytes in the State; (b) to regulate the storage, transportation, sale and use of bovine semen, bovine embryos, ova or oocytes in the State; (c) to register and renew the registration of the semen stations, embryo transplant or in-vitro fertilization laboratory, assisted reproductive technology experts, assisted reproductive technology service providers, as per the provisions of this Act; (d) to register the artificial insemination training institutes with prior permission of the Government; (e) to certify the bulls to be used for semen production which meet the prescribed standards; (f) to advice the Government on any matters concerned with bovine breeding activities; (g) to undertake surveys and conduct studies of bovine breeding activities to ascertain the status, potential problems and solutions thereon; (h) to make regulations for performing the functions of the Authority, under the provisions of this Act; (i) to perform such other functions and activities concerning bovine breeding, as per the bovine breeding policy of the Government, as may be prescribed; (j) to perform such other functions as may be prescribed by the Government.