Veterinary aspects of the economic and useful qualities of the Kholmogorsky cattle

Abstract

The paper reflects the current state of the Kholmogorsky cattle of the Komi Republic and its economic and useful fea-tures. Based on re¬search conducted in 2018-2019, it was found that purebred Kholmogorsky cattle have a longer period of economic use (by 1.0...2.5 calving) compared to Holstein genotypes, are less likely to be removed from the herd due to diseases, and have a high lifetime productivity. Morphological and detoxification parameters of blood in these animals are characterized by a pronounced compensatory reaction. Purebred Kholmogorsky cattle require less veterinary care, are not demanding to fodder and are a more promising breed for breeding in small and individual farms in the North of Russia.