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Payal Tandon

Rare Cow Breeds That Farmers Are Trying to Protect

For centuries, cows have played an important role in human life. They have helped farmers with milk, farming work, manure, and even transportation in some regions. Over time, different countries developed their own native cow breeds based on local weather, food availability, and farming needs. These breeds slowly adapted to their surroundings and became an important part of rural culture.

Today, modern farming has changed the livestock industry in many ways. Farmers often choose cattle breeds that produce more milk or grow faster because they bring higher profits. While this helps commercial farming, it has also created a serious problem. Many traditional cow breeds are now becoming rare and are close to disappearing completely.

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