Vechur

Origin Kerala, India.
Milk yield 2–3 L/day
Purpose Dairy

Overview

Vechur cattle are one of the smallest cattle breeds in the world. Despite their small size, they produce milk with high nutritional and medicinal value.

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Physical Characteristics

Color: Brown, black, or reddish
Horn type: Small and curved
Body size: Very small and compact

Milk Production

Average yield: 2–3 L/day

Native Region

Mainly found in Kottayam district of Kerala.

Advantages of the Breed

Very low feed requirement
Produces high-quality milk
Suitable for small farmers
Highly adaptable

Uses

Dairy farming

Feeding Requirements

Vechur cattle thrive on small quantities of fodder, kitchen waste, and grazing vegetation.

Breeding Information

Age at first calving: 30–36 months Calving interval: 12–14 months

Disease Resistance

Vechur cattle have strong resistance to many diseases and adapt well to tropical climates.