New Delhi: It was on October 18, 2024 in the Central Cattle Breed Farm (CCBF) of Suratgarh, Rajasthan that an open auction of Tharparkar cows and calves was organized. To the amazement of everyone, the auction
witnessed record breaking results. With a total number of 43 animals, the Tharparkar cow numbered 8034 was bought for a whopping 9 lac and twenty-five thousand by Pushkraj Vitthal, a farmer and breeder from Nimsod of Satara district, Maharashtra.
With an increasing number of participants and visitors every year, this has been the biggest bid ever done in the history of Central Cattle Breed Farm (CCBF).
V.K. Patil, Joint Commissioner of Central Cattle Breed Farm (CCBF), avers, “It is satisfying to see that since past few years farmers and animal caretakers are having an increased interest in Indian breed of Tharparkar cow. The previous year, highest bid was of 3.05 lac rupees. This record was broken this year and this was completely unexpected.” Not only are the farmers of the association amazed to see people’s interest in the breed but the bid inflating three times than the previous year is what surprised everybody present at the auction fair. This auction brought in a revenue of 79.48 lac rupees for the farm. V. K. Patil, further stated, “I congratulate each and every farmer who became a part of this event. I’m thankful that farmers and breeders are
shifting towards the Indian breed of germplasm for breeding of cattle. This shows that the farmers today are aware and knowledgeable. This is the motive of Central Cattle Breed Farm (CCBF) that we are always
adhering to promote a good quality Tharparkar germplasm.” The event was graced by 85 farmers and breeders who pooled in from across the country and showed immense interest in domestic breeds of cattle. The indigenous Tharparkar breed continued to be the center of attraction.
Tharparkar breed of cows is considered to be the best and the most popular. These cows are native to Rajasthan and are found in extreme numbers in Jodhpur, Bikaner, Ganganagar, Jaisalmer and Barmer. These cows are characterized by long face and medium sized horns. These cows are majorly in demand because of their adaptability to extremely hot climates. Apart from that, they can produce 8 to 12 litres of milk per day. They have the ability to produce 1400 to 1600 litres of milk in one lactation period. The cost of these cows varies from 15-20 thousand to 40-45 thousand rupees.
Furthermore, Tharparkar cows are known for their dual capacity. Not only do they have praiseworthy milk producing capability but they can also be used for farming and ploughing purposes. Even when the quantity of green fodder provided to them is reduced than usual, it fails to affect their milk production. To add on, their immune system is very good which prevents them from falling sick. Even if they do, they have a speedy recovery.
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