Vechur
The smallest cattle breed in the world, standing under 90 cm. Once nearly extinct, Vechur has been revived through dedicated conservation.
VECHUR
Physical Characteristics
- Dwarf stature — 87–90 cm height, 130–140 kg body weight
- Colour: light red, black or fawn
- Small, curved horns pointing forward and upward
- Compact body with a short, flat forehead
Benefits for Farmers
Needs only a fraction of the feed of a full-sized cow
Milk has small fat globules — easily digestible, valued in Ayurveda
Highly disease resistant and heat tolerant
Ideal for backyard and landless households with limited space
Improve your herd with Vechur genetics
Artificial insemination with proven Vechur semen is the fastest and cheapest way to upgrade a local herd — no bull to maintain, no disease risk, and a measurable jump in yield within one generation. Our AI training covers semen handling, heat detection, insemination technique and follow-up.
Breed Profile
- Species
- Cattle
- Utility
- Milk
- Home Tract
- Vechur village, Vaikom taluk, Kottayam district
- Found In
- Kerala
- Yield
- 500–600 kg per lactation; 4.7–5.8% fat
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HALLIKAR
Draught
Hallikar
Karnataka
The premier draught breed of south India and the foundation of the Amritmahal. Hallikar bullocks are known for speed, endurance and alertness.
500–800 kg per lactation (a low milker by design)
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RED SINDHI
Milk
Red Sindhi
Punjab, Haryana +3
A compact, deep red dairy breed prized for consistent yield in hot, humid conditions. It is one of the most heat-tolerant dairy breeds in the world.
1,600–2,500 kg per lactation; 4.9% fat
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DEONI
Dual Purpose
Deoni
Maharashtra, Karnataka +1
A striking black-and-white dual-purpose breed of the Marathwada region, carrying Gir blood in its ancestry.
600–1,200 kg per lactation; 4.3% fat
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