Kangayam (cattle)

The Kangeyam cattle derives its name from the Kangeyam taluk which includes Erode, Karur, Namakkal and Dindigul districts in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. It is an indigenous breed of India. The animals are medium built in general and is considered a good draught breed in South India. Although the milk of Kangayam cows has a high nutritious value with no bad fat, the breed is considered a poor milker. However, in some cases, good milkers are also found, giving 18 to 20 litres during the peak milking period. The colour of the cattle is grey or white with black markings. The breed is on the wane, due to poor government support for indigenous breeds, although individual conservative efforts are bearing some fruit.^[1]

References

• Senaapathy Kangayam Cattle Research Foundation
• Oklahoma State University: Kangayam

1. ↑ "April 12: A movement to save Kangayam cattle gaining momentum". The Hindu. 12 April 2012. Retrieved 13 April 2012.