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Breed Profile

World-Renowned Dairy Zebu from Punjab

  • Origin: Sahiwal district (Punjab, Pakistan); exported to many tropical countries.
  • Type: Elite dairy zebu noted for high, rich milk yield and fertility.
  • Climate: Exceptional heat tolerance; performs reliably in hot, arid and humid tropics.
  • Uses: Primary dairy breed; bulls sometimes used for light draught and genetic improvement.
Sahiwal Breed
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Management & Care

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Housing & Space

Provide airy, shaded, and well-ventilated sheds; Sahiwal cows adapt well to open housing systems.

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Heat Management

Ensure cool, clean water and shade during hot summers; this helps sustain high milk yield.

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Cleanliness

Keep floors dry and clean; good hygiene directly improves udder health and milk quality.

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Feeding

Balanced diet of green fodder, silage, and concentrate is essential for high-producing cows.

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Breeding & Utility

Highly fertile; widely used in crossbreeding programs and as foundation dairy stock.

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Handling & Safety

Sahiwal are docile and easy to manage, making them suitable for smallholders and large farms alike.

Any Question Please?

Sahiwal – Common Questions

Yes. Sahiwal is one of the world’s best tropical dairy breeds, producing 8–12+ liters/day of rich milk with high butterfat content.

It originates from the Sahiwal district in Punjab, Pakistan. Today it is popular in South Asia, Africa, and many tropical countries for dairy production.

Primarily kept for milk; bulls are used for breeding and sometimes for light draught work. Surplus males can be raised for beef.

Sahiwal are docile, calm, and easy to handle, making them suitable for smallholders as well as commercial dairy farms.
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