Cattle

Raya Breed

Distribution

Sanga type, distributed in east of lake Ashange of Tigray region and the bordering areas of Wello

Purpose of keeping and measurable traits

3±1litrs/day with lactation length of 210±17 days and body weight of male and females are 281±41kg, and219±26kg respectively.

Phenotypic and genetic characteristic

Has a trait of adaptive importance for the production system where the breed exists. mainly used for work, meat and milk

Current population status

Dilution with other indigenous breeds

Improvement and conservation activity

conventionally practiced by farmers

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Raya Breed

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Raya Breed