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Dairy Farming: Murrah, Bhadauri, or Nili Ravi? Which Buffalo is Best for Dairy?
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News18•04-10-2026, 13:59
Dairy Farming: Murrah, Bhadauri, or Nili Ravi? Which Buffalo is Best for Dairy?
- •Animal husbandry is becoming a good source of income for farmers, with many now raising buffaloes for milk alongside traditional crops.
- •Before starting buffalo farming, knowledge of the correct breed, age, health, milk-producing capacity, diet, housing, vaccination, and breeding is crucial.
- •According to animal expert Dr. N.K. Tripathi, farmers new to buffalo farming should undergo animal husbandry training.
- •Prominent buffalo breeds like Murrah, Bhadauri, and Nili Ravi are known for milk production, with varying milk yields.
- •Animal living spaces must be clean and dry to prevent health issues from dirt and moisture; hygiene is essential for maintaining milk quality.
Key Questions Answered
Murrah buffaloes are prominently raised for milk production and typically give an average of 10 to 20 liters of milk daily. They are widely recognized by their black color, curved horns, strong build, and high milk quality.
Nili Ravi buffaloes are mainly known for milk production, yielding about 15 to 20 liters daily. They have distinctive blue or white cat-like eyes, along with white markings on the forehead, face, muzzle, legs, and the lower part of the tail.
Bhadauri buffaloes are specifically raised in North India and are valued for their milk's high fat content. Although they generally yield between 5 to 8 liters of milk per day, this rich fat composition makes them very important for dairy operations.
