Marathwadi
Also known as: Dharwadi
A medium-sized buffalo of the Marathwada region, kept by smallholders for both milk and light draught power.
Marathwadi
Physical Characteristics
- Colour: black to dark grey, occasionally with white markings
- Long, curved horns sweeping backward and upward
- Medium, sturdy body suited to dry-land grazing
- Strong feet and legs for rough terrain
Benefits for Farmers
Reliable under drought-prone Marathwada conditions
Males provide useful draught power for small farms
Low maintenance cost on crop residue and stubble grazing
Good disease resistance and hardiness
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Breed Profile
- Species
- Buffalo
- Utility
- Dual Purpose
- Home Tract
- Parbhani, Nanded, Latur, Beed and Osmanabad
- Found In
- Maharashtra
- Yield
- 600–1,200 kg per lactation; 7% fat
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