Mewati cattle
Mewati, also known as Kosi, is an indigenous breed of cattle in India.[1] They are named after Mewat region. They are known to be related to Gyr and Haryanvi cattle breeds. The cattle are almost universally white in colour with the rare occurrence of brown shades. It is considered to be a dual purpose breed with good milking and draft prowess. The bulls are known for their strength and endurance, and are employed for agricultural and carting purposes.[2][3]
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[edit]- ^ "Breeds of Livestock - Mewati Cattle". Department of Animal Science - Oklahoma State University. Retrieved 18 May 2015.
- ^ "BREED IMPROVEMENT AND PRESERVATION". Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Ministry of Agriculture, Government of India. Archived from the original on 18 May 2015. Retrieved 18 May 2015.
- ^ "BIODIVERSITY OF INDIGENOUS CATTLE AND ITS UTILITY" (PDF). Retrieved 18 May 2015.
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