Upgrading Non-Descript Buffalo
Buffalo breed used for upgrading of non-descript local buffalo-
- Murrah
- Surti
- Both — Correct Answer
- None
Explanation:
Correct Answer: Both (Murrah and Surti)
Both Murrah and Surti buffalo breeds are used to upgrade non-descript local buffaloes — Murrah for the northern plains and Surti for the western regions.
Key Buffalo Breeds Used for Upgrading
| Breed | Region | Special Feature |
|---|---|---|
| Murrah | Haryana, Delhi, Punjab | Highest milk yield among Indian buffaloes; called 'Black Gold'; tightly curled horns |
| Surti | Gujarat (Charotar region) | V-shaped horns; high fat % milk; well adapted to humid climate |
| Nili-Ravi | Punjab (India and Pakistan) | White markings; good milk yield; endangered breed |
Buffalo improvement policy in India: Both grading up AND selective breeding are used.
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