Milk

Vechur

The smallest cattle breed in the world, standing under 90 cm. Once nearly extinct, Vechur has been revived through dedicated conservation.

VECHUR

Physical Characteristics

Dwarf stature — 87–90 cm height, 130–140 kg body weight
Colour: light red, black or fawn
Small, curved horns pointing forward and upward
Compact body with a short, flat forehead

Benefits for Farmers

Needs only a fraction of the feed of a full-sized cow

Milk has small fat globules — easily digestible, valued in Ayurveda

Highly disease resistant and heat tolerant

Ideal for backyard and landless households with limited space

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Breed Profile

Species: Cattle
Utility: Milk
Home Tract: Vechur village, Vaikom taluk, Kottayam district
Found In: Kerala
Yield: 500–600 kg per lactation; 4.7–5.8% fat

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