Which type of cow is best for my current location

For your area in North Bengal, a crossbred cow is usually the best practical choice for dairy. If you have good green fodder, concentrate feed, and some cooling in the shed, HF cross or Jersey cross will give better milk. If your management is simpler and you want a hardy cow with steady milk, Sahiwal or Gir is safer. For a cow that gives fifteen litres or more consistently, remember one cow peaks in the second to third month after calving and then slowly drops, so two cows with staggered calvings are better for steady supply. If you are buying, milk the cow in your presence, do a CMT test on all four quarters, ask which month of lactation she is in, and take a Pashumitra or vet if the price is above ₹50,000. If you want, I can help you shortlist the best breed for your feed and budget.

Region: Golghar SO WB Circle, 24 PARAGANAS NORTH, WEST BENGAL