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Native Cow Breeds Better for Dairy Profit Than HF: Doctor Explains Why
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News18•25-09-2026, 06:16
Native Cow Breeds Better for Dairy Profit Than HF: Doctor Explains Why
- •Young people are increasingly turning to farming, with a focus on animal husbandry.
- •Choosing the right cow breed is crucial for profitability when selling milk to dairies.
- •Veterinary doctor Shubham Kumar states that HF cows have lower fat and SNF, resulting in lower milk prices.
- •For better returns at dairies, raising native breeds like Sahiwal, Gir, Rathi, and Konkrej is recommended.
Key Questions Answered
Veterinary experts note that milk collection committees or dairies purchase milk based on fat and SNF content. HF or crossbreed cows typically produce milk with much lower fat and SNF levels, resulting in a lower price of 34 to 35.
Veterinary doctors recommend raising indigenous cow breeds such as Sahiwal, Gir, Rathi, and Konkrej because their high-quality milk commands a much better rate at dairy committees.
Indigenous breeds easily adapt to local climates, possess strong disease resistance, have lower maintenance costs compared to foreign cattle, and produce milk with higher nutritional quality and better market value.
