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  Major Diseases of Cattle and Buffalo: Causes & MCQs Cattle and buffalo play a very important role in Indian agriculture and dairy farming. India is one of the largest milk producers in the world due to breeds like Gir , Sahiwal , Murrah , and others. However, livestock production is greatly affected by various diseases. Proper knowledge about disease causes, symptoms, prevention, and control measures helps farmers reduce economic losses and improve productivity. Fertility in Livestock, Oestrus, Parturition & Milk Secretion | Animal Husbandry Classification of Diseases in Cattle & Buffalo Diseases are broadly classified into: Bacterial Diseases Viral Diseases Parasitic Diseases Fungal Diseases Metabolic & Nutritional Disorders 1. Bacterial Diseases 1. Hemorrhagic Septicemia (HS) Cause: Pasteurella multocida Symptoms: High fever (104–106°F) Swelling in throat region Breathing difficulty Sudden death Prevention: Annual vac...

 Fertility in Livestock, Oestrus, Parturition & Milk Secretion | Animal Husbandry 🔹 PART 1: Measures & Factors Affecting Fertility in Livestock 1. Fertility in livestock mainly refers to: A) Milk yield B) Growth rate C) Ability to reproduce D) Body weight Answer: C Explanation: Fertility means the animal’s ability to conceive, carry pregnancy, and give birth successfully. 2. The most important factor affecting fertility is: A) Colour B) Nutrition C) Horn size D) Tail length Answer: B Explanation: Balanced nutrition ensures proper hormone production and reproductive health. 3. Deficiency of which mineral causes infertility? A) Calcium B) Phosphorus C) Iron D) Sodium Answer: B Explanation: Phosphorus deficiency delays puberty and causes repeat breeding. 4. Heat stress reduces fertility because: A) It increases feed intake B) It damages reproductive hormones C) It increases milk D) It improves ovulation Answer: B Explanation: High temper...

  Livestock Management- Terminology Terminology Used in Livestock Management & Important Breeds of Cattle and Buffalo (ICAR | MCAER | Agriculture Competitive Exams) 📘 PART–1: Terminology Used in Livestock Management Understanding livestock terminology is very important for MCQs , as many questions are direct definition-based . 🔹 Common Terminologies Livestock: Domesticated animals raised for milk, meat, draught, wool, eggs, etc. Herd: Group of cattle or buffaloes. Flock: Group of sheep or goats. Calf: Young one of cattle or buffalo (up to 1 year). Heifer: Female cattle that has not yet calved. Cow: Adult female cattle after first calving. Bull: Adult male cattle used for breeding. Bullock/Ox: Castrated male cattle used for draught work. Steer: Castrated male cattle used mainly for meat. Lactation: Period during which animal secretes milk after calving. Dry period: Period between two lactations when milk secretion stops. Ges...

  Importance of Livestock in the National Economy  Introduction Livestock plays a vital role in the national economy of India , contributing significantly to agriculture, employment, nutrition, and rural livelihoods . India has one of the largest livestock populations in the world , and the livestock sector supports millions of farmers, especially small and marginal farmers . To strengthen this sector, the Government of India has launched several livestock development programmes aimed at improving productivity, health, and income. Importance of Livestock in the National Economy 1️⃣ Contribution to National Income Livestock contributes around 30% to the agricultural GDP Provides steady income throughout the year Acts as a financial security during crop failure 2️⃣ Employment Generation Provides employment to millions of rural households Involves activities like: Animal rearing Milk production Meat, wool & egg processing Women play a m...