Desired qualities can be attained through cross-breeding between exotic and local breeds, aiming to produce animals with both long lactation periods and disease resistance.
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Exotic breeds like Jersey and Brown Swiss are selected for long lactation periods, while local breeds such as Red Sindhi and Sahiwal exhibit excellent resistance to diseases.
Milk production is influenced by the duration of the lactation period, which refers to the period of milk production after the birth of a calf. Increasing the lactation period can enhance milk production.
Indian cattle belong to two species: Bos indicus, which includes cows, and Bos bubalis, which refers to buffaloes.
Cattle husbandry serves the purposes of milk production and providing draught labor for agricultural tasks such as tilling, irrigation, and carting.