In this article we will discuss about Cattle:- 1. Introduction to Cattle 2. Species of Cattle 3. Genome 4. Terminology 5. Origin 6. Physical Features 7. Domestication and Husbandry 8. Environmental Impact 9. Importance in Religion, Tradition and Folklore 10. Population 11. Economy. Introduction to Cattle: Cattle (colloquially cows) are the most common type of large domesticated ungulates. They are [...]
In this article we will discuss about the composition of cattle feed. Cattle may be raised on diets primarily composed of pasture (grass) or a concentrated diet of grain, soy, corn and other supplements. Cattle raised on a primarily forage diet are termed grass-fed or pasture-raised; for example, meat or milk may be called grass- fed beef or pasture-raised dairy. [...]
In this article we will discuss about Dairy Animals:- 1. Housing for Dairy Animals 2. Selection of Dairy Animal 3. Feeding 4. Milking 5. Breeding Care 6. Care during Pregnancy 7. Marketing of Milk 8. Care of Calves. Housing for Dairy Animals: The following specifications are followed for construction of cattle house (Fig. 9.25) for farming: 1. Construction of shed [...]