Deoni
Also known as: Dongarpati, Surti
A striking black-and-white dual-purpose breed of the Marathwada region, carrying Gir blood in its ancestry.
DEONI
Physical Characteristics
- Colour: white with irregular black patches; three recognised strains
- Slightly convex forehead with drooping, medium-length ears
- Horns emerge from the sides of the poll and curve backward
- Strong, well built frame with a moderate hump
Benefits for Farmers
Cows milk steadily while bullocks handle heavy field work
Well adapted to hot, dry Deccan conditions
Docile temperament makes it safe for family farms
Good disease resistance with low veterinary cost
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Breed Profile
- Species
- Cattle
- Utility
- Dual Purpose
- Home Tract
- Latur, Nanded, Parbhani and the adjoining Bidar district
- Found In
- Maharashtra Karnataka Telangana
- Yield
- 600–1,200 kg per lactation; 4.3% 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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GIR COW
Milk
Gir
Gujarat
One of the finest milch breeds of India and the most widely exported Indian cattle breed. Gir genetics form the base of Brazil's dairy zebu industry, where elite Gir cows now exceed 10,000 kg per lactation.
1,600–2,500 kg per lactation; 4.5–5% fat
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Dual Purpose
Kankrej
Gujarat, Rajasthan
The heaviest Indian draught breed and a strong milker. Kankrej was exported to the USA and Brazil, where it contributed to the Brahman and Guzerat breeds.
1,300–1,800 kg per lactation; 4.8% fat
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