Question

Which of the following pairs of cattle can be crossbred to obtain a hybrid

variety of cattle with long lactation period and excellent resistance to diseases?

(a) Jersey and Brown Swiss

(b) Sahiwal and Brown Swiss

(c) Red Sindhi and Sahiwal

(d) All of the above​

Answer 1

Answer:

all of the above

Answer 2

The correct answer is (b) Sahiwal and Brown Swiss.

• Long lactation period and excellent disease resistance are desirable traits in cattle breeding.
• Sahiwal cattle are known for their high resistance to diseases and good adaptability to the hot and humid climate. They also have a moderate to long lactation period.
• Brown Swiss cattle are known for their high milk yield and good milk quality. They also have a moderate lactation period.
• Jersey and Red Sindhi are not known for their disease resistance and have a relatively shorter lactation period compared to Sahiwal and Brown Swiss.
• Crossbreeding Sahiwal and Brown Swiss can lead to a hybrid variety that combines the desirable traits of both breeds, i.e., high milk yield, good milk quality, long lactation period, and excellent disease resistance.

Therefore, the correct answer is (b) Sahiwal and Brown Swiss.

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