A Comparative Economic Evaluation of Milk Production from Buffaloes and Crossbred Cows in Banaskantha District of Gujarat

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) 2026 Open access

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Authors: Dr. P. C. Joshi2* and Dr. B. G. Goswami2 Dr. Nilam V. Chaudhary1
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18432797
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Abstract

Dairying constitutes a pivotal component of rural economies in India, with Banaskantha district exemplifying high cooperative integration. Using a multistage sampling of 120 households, the data indicates a distinct trade-off between production efficiency and net profitability. While Crossbred Cows (CBC) demonstrated a lower cost of production per liter (₹25.54) compared to Buffaloes (₹33.70), the latter proved significantly more profitable. Buffalo farming generated a net daily income of ₹89.70 per animal, nearly triple the ₹30.27 earned from Crossbred Cows. This enhanced profitability in buffalo rearing is principally attributable to premium pricing of buffalo milk, driven by its higher fat.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Livestock Farming and Management Agricultural Economics and Practices Livestock Management and Performance Improvement

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Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
30 January 2026