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Question
Visit a livestock (e.g., Dairy) farm. Note the following:
- Number of cattle
- Types of different breeds and their number.
- Production of milk on daily basis from different breeds.
Give your comments whether improvement of cattle breed is required or not.
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Solution
The activity requires observations from a local farm, so the figures below are an illustrative sample only. Replace them with the details recorded during your visit.
Sample observation
| Breed | Number of animals | Average milk per animal per day | Total milk per day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sahiwal | 8 | 7 L | 56 L |
| Gir | 5 | 6 L | 30 L |
| Crossbred cows | 4 | 12 L | 48 L |
| Murrah buffaloes | 3 | 8 L | 24 L |
| Total | 20 | — | 158 L |
Comment
Breed improvement may be beneficial if the farm’s milk yield is below its needs or potential. Selective breeding or carefully managed cross-breeding can improve milk yield and lactation period, while retaining animals suited to local conditions and resistant to local diseases. Good feed, clean shelter and regular veterinary care are also essential for higher production. These sample figures should not be treated as actual farm observations.
