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Biotic Resources: Cattle

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Biotic resources include livestock (cattle, buffaloes, goat, and sheep, pig) , fisheries, and poultry. Livestock sector contributes 27% to GDP and is of especial importance in arid and semi-arid regions. Also, refer “Livestock Resources” in “Agriculture of India” . 19th livestock census was conducted in the year 2012. Livestock census is done every 5 years. Total livestock population is 5,12, 057 thousands in 2012.

Cattle

Distribution

Madhya Pradesh has largest cattle population followed by Uttar P…

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Biotic Resources: Buffaloes, Goat Rearing

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Buffaloes

Buffaloes are major milk suppliers for Indian population. They form 17% of India՚s total livestock and contribute 55% of total milk production. In fact, dairy industry of India is largely dependent on buffaloes. India has more than 56% of world՚s total buffaloes. Total buffaloes in India as of 2012 were 1,08, 702 thousands.

Breeds

  • Murrah: It is native to Rohtak, Hi…

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