Overview
India is home to numerous indigenous cow breeds, broadly categorized as milch (Gir, Sahiwal, Red Sindhi), draught (Hallikar, Kangayam, Ongole), and dual-purpose (Hariana, Kankrej, Tharparkar).
Popular examples include the milk-rich Gir from Gujarat, the hardy Sahiwal (Punjab), drought-resistant Tharparkar (Rajasthan/Sind), strong Hallikar (Karnataka) for draft, and the dual-purpose Kankrej (Gujarat/Rajasthan).
This video provides an overview of some of the most popular Indian cow breeds:
Popular Dairy (Milch) Breeds
- Gir: From Gujarat's Gir Forest, known for high heat resistance and good milk yield.
- Sahiwal: From Punjab, famous for high milk production and adaptability.
- Red Sindhi: Found across India, good for small farms, heat tolerant, produces A2 milk.
Watch this video to learn about some of the best cow breeds for milk production in India:
Popular Draught (Draft) Breeds
- Hallikar: From Karnataka, known for strength and hardiness, used for plowing.
- Kangayam: From Tamil Nadu, strong build, used for draft work.
- Ongole: From Andhra Pradesh, strong, white with large hump, used for farming and exported.
Popular Dual-Purpose Breeds
- Hariana: From Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan; used for milk and draft.
- Kankrej: From Gujarat and Rajasthan, large and strong, for milk and farming.
- Tharparkar: From Rajasthan (Thar Desert), white/light grey, good milk & draft, survives dry conditions.
Other Notable Breeds
- Rathi: Rajasthan (Bikaner/Ganganagar), good milk & strength.
- Deoni: From Maharashtra/Karnataka.
- Amrit Mahal: Karnataka, draught breed.
- Vechur: Kerala, dwarf breed.
This video explains why native Indian cow breeds are declining and their importance:
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