India’s First Cow Culture Museum in Mathura
India’s first national “Cow Culture Museum” is set to be established in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, on the campus of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Veterinary Science University, announced the Uttar Pradesh Braj Teerth Vikas Parishad. The project, initiated with state support, aims to showcase the religious, cultural, spiritual and scientific significance of cows and their products, promoting…
Do cows really “love” jazz? What science says
A trending Times of India piece asks: Do cows really love jazz? The story isn’t about bovines having human musical taste — rather, it highlights growing scientific interest in how certain types of calming sound can help dairy animals feel more relaxed. Researchers point out that the gentle rhythms and slow tempos often found in…
“Cow Culture and Commerce: India’s Strategic Dairy Stand
The article by Dr P Harsha Bhargavi explores how the cow is deeply embedded in India’s culture, economy and global dairy trade dynamics. It notes that India’s reluctance to open its dairy market to major exports—particularly from the U.S.—is driven not just by economics but by a cultural value placed on indigenous breeds and dairy traditions. (…
Discovering the holistic impact of free-range grazing on cows
In today’s rapidly evolving dairy industry, the method of cow farming has undergone significant changes. Traditionally, cows roamed freely, grazing on open pastures, resulting in a more natural and balanced lifestyle. However, with the advent of genetic manipulation and the introduction of artificial high-protein diets, modern cows have been pushed to produce substantially higher quantities of…
Cow milk and Buffalo milk price increased by Rs 6 per lit in Himachal
In the state budget for 2025, Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Sukhu outlined a number of important initiatives aimed at strengthening the state’s agricultural sector, promoting tourism, and managing its financial challenges. One of the major announcements in the budget was a price increase for cow and buffalo milk, aimed at benefiting dairy farmers in the state.The price of cow…
Ongole Breed Cow Breaks World Record sold For Rs 40 Cr
An Indian-origin cow, sold for Rs 40 crore at an auction in Minas Gerais, Brazil, has set the Guinness World Record for being the most expensive cattle. Viatina-19 reportedly weighs around 1,101 kg, twice the average weight of other cows of the same Nelore breed. The 53-month-old stands out for her gorgeous white fur, loose skin, and…
Cows, Climate Resilience, and the Human Dilemma
Over the last three days, I have had the privilege of participating in thought-provoking workshops on rural development and climate-resilient dairying. Amidst all the innovative discussions, one stark truth emerged: the problem does not lie in designing policies or ensuring that benefits trickle down to the people. The real challenge is in defining the true…
How Misinformation on Cow Feed Led to Milk Waste
Some UK social media users have been pouring milk down their sinks and toilets in protest at the trial of a new feed additive that claims to significantly reduce the emission of methane gas in dairy cows. Arla Foods, a Danish-Swedish company which owns the UK’s biggest dairy cooperative, announced last week that 30 of…
Cow has four calves in ‘one-in-11 million’ birth
A dairy cow giving birth to extremely rare quadruplet calves has been described as “unheard of” by farm staff. The bull and three heifers arrived fit and healthy at Calcourt Farms in Wernllwyd, Powys. The chance of a quadruplet pregnancy in cattle is said to be one in 700,000, with the chance of them all being born…
The Snake That Clings to Cows for Milk: A Rural Indian Legend
In the heart of rural India, a captivating legend has been passed down through generations—one where snakes are said to cling to cows’ legs and drink milk directly from their udders. This intriguing tale, a blend of folklore and natural history, has long fascinated and cautioned many, creating a vivid image of a mysterious relationship…