Some rear Malnad Gidda, a dwarf variety native to the Malenadu region of Karnataka. The surplus net income of Rs 12,000/month helps her maintain her mainstay of sericulture plantation and educate her three daughters in good mainstream schools. “I buy A2 milk as it helps keep the native breed alive and the cows are not factory farmed,” Lorraine Sequeira told VillageSquare.in. Girish of Kadushivanahalli rears five cows and a bull, while pursuing his college education. Cow’s milk is able to lower fat, enhance immunity, prevent diabetes, protect heart health, strong teeth and bones, lower inflammation, stimulates growth and assist weight loss. A2 milk need not be skimmed, as the fat is digestible, while A1 milk needs to be. Farmers earn more for the A2 milk from native cows, as TDM pays them Rs 45 per liter. A part of this effort is the integration of desi cattle. “The number of children falling ill due to allergy and stomach ailments has come down after they started drinking the native cows’ milk,” Siddaraju told VillageSquare.in. Thus the farmers save on buying pesticides and manure. Very happy to know that desi milk sale is gaining momentum I wish further development and more success to TDM team . The World Health Organization recommends breastfeeding exclusively for at least six months (and even up to two years and beyond) because of the long-lasting benefits of breastfeeding for baby and you. The farmers’ families also consume A2 milk and reap the health benefits. “With the income from the three Hallikar cows, I could buy two more cows,” Baby of Kadushivanahalli told VillageSquare.in. Milk amazing health benefits includes supporting strong bones, a source of vitamins and minerals, a good relaxer, a good source of protein, support weight loss, soothes heartburn, reduces the appearance of dark circles, helps promote healthy skin, and a good source of healthy fats. Farmers ensure quality of milk by using low-cost tools such as lactometers and sterilized cans. Native cows are healthier, need less attention, are more disease resistant and are bred naturally. 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It has been promoting native cattle among farmers and sale of desi (indigenous) milk to urban consumers, in a rural-urban cooperative movement. The fat molecules from goat is smaller than a fat molecules from cow milk. The A2 milk is also sweet in taste. Till recently, TDM collected the milk from farmers, boiled and without further processing sold it in the nearby city of Bengaluru. However, there are certain rural aspects that need to be preserved, not only for the sake of environment and health, but also for the welfare of the rural community. From Bijjahalli, the packaged milk reaches the TDM office in Bengaluru, about 1.5 hours of travel time away. Government dairies pay Rs 24 per liter. While these are some of the direct health benefits of desi cows’ milk, there are other benefits in rearing them. A1 milk disintegrates in three hours, while A2 milk stays good for seven hours. “My family of five leads a comfortable life and I am able to educate my children well.”. According to Siddaraju of TDM, consumers do not mind paying double the usual retail price, because of the health benefits. It’s widely proclaimed that anyone can survive on a diet made up of just milk and potatoes, as these two substances provide all the nutrients which are required by a human body. The fresh A2 milk from desi Harlikar cows is obtained. The Regular Milk contains harmful A1 proteins sourced from genetically modified cows, which are fed with processed and contaminated food. Consuming milk and milk products from forest grazed cows is known to have various health benefits. 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Plans are afoot to integrate the farmers into a cooperative style private limited company, so that they can sell 5,000 litres of milk collected every day directly, after processing. A part of this effort is the integration of desi cattle. When they died of disease, he bought five desi cows. Their focus is on promoting organic farming practices, by essentially re-integrating animal husbandry and cultivation methods. “Many farmers use my bull as a stud and I earn a surplus of Rs 10,000 from the bull,” Girish told VillageSquare.in. These results were obtained through research in Spain and used 5000 people. #A2MILK #A2Milk in Bangalore #Hallikars A2MILK # #Organic A2MILK #A2Milk in South Milk #A2Milk in North Bangalore #A2 Milk … Views are personal. A recent study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, found that 2 to 6-year-olds Some claim that raw milk is healthier than pasteurized, but experts disagree. Milk from the native breed (Bos indicus) is of A2 variety, with the best Beta Casein protein. This article investigates if the potential benefits of raw milk outweigh the dangers. But the cost of maintenance is much less. Apart from this, its milk contains more fat contents, which is very healthy in comparison to other imported cow breeds. Girish of Kadushivanahalli rears five cows and a bull, while pursuing his college education. Native cows are healthier, need less attention, are more disease resistant and are bred naturally. The logistics if taken care off using state-of-the art methodologies like Blockchain and IoT., we wish to improve the scalability, tracebility and transparency… as such we have 65K hallikar native bovines in our network and over 5000 acres to go ORGANIC. The effort seems novel and necessary. With the economic and health benefits in their favor, many farmers switched to rearing desi cows. GIR COW GHEE BENEFITS: Full of Anti-Oxidants, gluten-free, Has anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties helping you recover from sickness, good for Heart, nourishes the skin and strengthen the sense organs. It enhances the quality of the milk to many folds. According to the promoters, price of organic milk can be brought down when more farmers rear local breeds and consumers realise the benefits of natural probiotic milk obtained from the native cows. All Rights Reserved. Thus they can earn the maximum profit and also become aware of selling and marketing strategies. The farmers’ families also consume A2 milk and reap the health benefits. Some rear Malnad Gidda, a dwarf variety native to the Malenadu region of Karnataka. Conversation Hallikar Desi Cow Milk Production and storage system. One of the villages where farmers rear Hallikar breed cattle (Photo by Sudha Narasimhachar) While these are some of the direct health benefits of desi cows’ milk, there are other benefits in rearing them. Farmer Shivaraju said that he could buy many household items, after he started selling A2 milk. Thus they can earn the maximum profit and also become aware of selling and marketing strategies. Volunteers and TDM employees take up door-to-door delivery to customers. From Bijjahalli, the packaged milk reaches the TDM office in Bengaluru, about 1.5 hours of travel time away. The most complete form of nutrition for infants, breast milk, offers a range of benefits for health, growth, immunity, and development. It helps in brain development and overall growth of the body. Cow Milk Vs. Almond Milk: A single cup of whole milk contains around 8 grams (g) of fat, which the building up child’s cerebrum needs to develop. According to the promoters, price of organic milk can be brought down when more farmers rear local breeds and consumers realize the benefits of natural pro-biotic milk obtained from the native cows. “Everyday morning we collect milk from farmers in 26 villages, boil it at the milk processing center in Bijjahalli, chill it and pack in half-a-liter and one liter sachets,” Mahesh, who works at the milk collection center, told VillageSquare.in. Sudha Narasimhachar is a journalist based in Bangalore. Goat milk also contains less lactose (milk sugar), which gives benefit to our body to break down the lactose. TDM, a wing of Seva Trust, is an evolving model of sustainable urban participation in rural economy. Volunteers and TDM employees take up door-to-door delivery to customers. “Many farmers use my bull as a stud and I earn a surplus of Rs 10,000 from the bull,” Girish told VillageSquare.in. Aside from skim bovine’s milk, which contains no fat, most assortments of dairy cow’ milk contain creature fats, which are soaked and not heart-solid. However, there are certain rural aspects that need to be preserved, not only for the sake of environment and health, but also for the welfare of the rural community. “I don’t spend much on their maintenance, fodder, and also on fertilizer for my farms,” Shivaraju told VillageSquare.in. It contains 22 soluble minerals; A1 milk from the introduced breeds (Bos taurus) has just six known minerals. There are 24 collectives covering nearly 430 families consisting of 4,800 members spread across 26 villages in Kanakapura, Sathanuru, Sangama, MM Hills, Chamarajanagar and Kollegal regions. There are 24 collectives covering nearly 430 families consisting of 4,800 members spread across 26 villages in Kanakapura, Sathanuru, Sangama, MM Hills, Chamarajanagar and Kollegal regions. Hybrids are bred through artificial insemination, injected with medicines and hormones and are not suited to the local climatic conditions, requiring a lot of maintenance. These regions have the highest population of native cows – around 3.2 lakh – in Karnataka. A2 milk is non-allergic while A1 milk causes allergies and intolerance in many children. © 2020 Village Square. Desi cows feed on simple local fodder, while the others need special formulations. Dhanyavaad Gau-Ma, TDM Madhavji, and the villagers behind this movement. Sahiwal is one of the endangered species of cow which is very popular among the farmers. Almond milk contains just heart-solid fats. With the economic and health benefits in their favour, many farmers switched to rearing desi cows. 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The dung and urine of native cows are more suitable as manure for organic farming, as they contain more beneficial microorganisms and earthworms thrive on them. Government dairies pay Rs 24 per litre. The free-range native cattle have brought down the maintenance and fodder cost for farmers who rear them (Photo by Sudha Narasimhachar). Divya Muniraj of Bandedoddi rears three Hallikar cows. Some farmers rear native breed bulls too, using them for reproduction and for farming during certain seasons. Doctors give trusted answers on uses, effects, side-effects, and cautions: Dr. Patel on cow milk health benefits: This is not bad for your health unless you have a lactose intolerance, or must limit the amount of fat you are taking in your diet, in which case you can use 2% or skim. Some sachets are also retailed at stores selling organic products. “The financial status of our family has certainly improved.”. Benefits of Cow Milk vs Almond Milk. However, as people’s interest in health steadily increases, so too are they becoming familiarized with the health benefits of consuming goat milk. (function($) {window.fnames = new Array(); window.ftypes = new Array();fnames[0]='EMAIL';ftypes[0]='email';fnames[1]='FNAME';ftypes[1]='text';fnames[2]='LNAME';ftypes[2]='text';}(jQuery));var $mcj = jQuery.noConflict(true); Sudha Narasimhachar is a journalist based in Bengaluru. Very interesting and detailed comparisons. It contains nine essential amino acids, which are proven for their incredible health benefits. Supremely rich in nutrients such as calcium, iron, sodium and fat-soluble vitamins A, D and E, as well as Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids. With National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) providing working capital, the farmers became shareholders of the producer company by paying Rs 1,000 each. The dung and urine of native cows are more suitable as manure for organic farming, as they contain more beneficial microorganisms and earthworms thrive on them. To read the entire feature, click here. “Earlier I had Jersey cows that needed a lot of investment and care,” Shivaraju told VillageSquare.in. It is a surprising scientific fact that children, who consume cow’s milk, grow taller. Milk of cow has seribrohydrates that helps to increase the intellectual power. It contains 22 soluble minerals; A1 milk from the introduced breeds (Bos taurus) has just six known minerals. Animal milk. Some sachets are also retailed at stores selling organic products. The Jersey and Holstein Friesian Cattle (they don't have a hump, cannot be called a Cow) give some 30 liters of milk, but the milk they give (A1 milk) is known to cause many Lifestyle Diseases. The hump on the back of the cow absorbs sunlight and converts it into minerals in the milk. Some farmers rear native breed bulls too, using them for reproduction and for farming during certain seasons. Grazing cows in the open field under the sun not only keep cows healthy, but they also give us nutrition-rich milk. A2 milk is non-allergic while A1 milk causes allergies and intolerance in many children. Don’t fill your child’s tummy with too much milk else they will not be hungry enough to eat solid foods. A2 milk need not be skimmed, as the fat is digestible, while A1 milk needs to be. Indian Cow milk contains ample protein that imparts enough strength to help in building body cells. That is why goat milk is better than cow milk to digest. Bringing back the traditional interdependent practice of agriculture and animal husbandry, farmers can lead self-sustaining and healthy lives. Disclaimer: This article was first published in VillageSquare.in. Health benefits of cow’s milk for children. Thus, the farmers save on buying pesticides and manure. Milk of cow is also best and helpful for the acidity, ulcer, stomach related problems. For years goat milk has been seen as some exotic type of milk and consumed by people living in parts of the world that lack access to cow’s milk. Till recently, TDM collected the milk from farmers, boiled and without further processing sold it in the nearby city of Bengaluru. The reason for its popularity is that Sahiwal is comparatively more efficient in terms of milk production and birth to young ones. This milk has an array of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals, that makes it a whole meal. Could’nt get “quantification for the decrease in production by going ‘deli’… anyway – its just that we did not want to have a DAIRY INDUSTRY approach., and wanted to look into rural entrepreneural development using native methods for natural chem-free cultivation. Desi Cow Hallikar's "daily milk"- contains A2 protein. Also, organic and grass-fed cow’s milk contains higher amounts of beneficial antioxidants, such as vitamin E and beta-carotene, which help reduce inflammation and fight oxidative stress . TDM, a wing of Seva Trust, is an evolving model of sustainable urban participation in the rural economy. It is beneficial for the Pitta Dosha. The surplus net income of Rs 12,000 / month helps her maintain her mainstay of sericulture plantation and educate her three daughters in good mainstream schools. The farmers admit that the yield from native cows is less than that of hybrids. Cow milk is essential in strengthening your immune system and repair the damaged cells and tissues. Raw milk benefits are numerous and can help address a large number of nutritional deficiencies that millions of people, especially those eating the standard American diet, are currently experiencing. Desi cows feed on simple local fodder, while the others need special formulations. A2 Milk contains high levels of Omega 3 that helps in cleaning cholesterol deposits in blood vessels. To begin with, the benefits of Indian Cow Milk; has a coolant effect on the body and is best to drink during the summers. Rearing native cattle, farmers in rural Karnataka have brought about a welcome rural-urban link, benefiting economically and bringing health benefits to urban consumers. But the cost of maintenance is much less. Farmer Shivaraju of Kadushivanahalli village grows ragi, corn and mulberry in his seven acres of land. Farmers ensure quality of milk by using low-cost tools such as lactometers and sterilised cans. Presently, Dabbaguli Basaweshwaraswamy Farmer Producer Company Ltd distributes the milk. This article looks at the benefits and risks of milk and explores alternatives. A1 milk disintegrates in three hours, while A2 milk stays good for seven hours. They graze natural grass, leaves, and medicinal herbs. One of the critical contrasts Almond milk vs cow milk is a solid substance. The milk is retailed at Rs 80 per liter. Hallikar is the most commonly reared native cattle in the Kanakapura and Ramanagara districts where TDM is active. A2 Vedic Hallikar Cow Ghee: 22 litres of Harlikar cows' A2 milk gives 1 litre of Anveshan ghee. Physical development is an important indicator of a child's overall health. These regions have the highest population of native cows – around 3.2 lakhs – in Karnataka. It is easy to digest. It has been promoting native cattle among farmers and sale of desi (indigenous) milk to urban consumers, in a rural-urban cooperative movement. Also, the cerebrosides present in A2 milk is known to boost brain power. 1.4K likes. Conversation Hallikar Desi Cow Milk Production and storage system. “We aim to create healthier inhabitants in villages and cities by blending urban and rural economies, and improving the environment by utilizing science and technology in the right combination,” Madhava Hebbar of TDM told VillageSquare.in. “I’m convinced that they are best suited for our conditions.”. The views expressed by the creator are his/her personal and don’t essentially mirror that of […]. Hallikar is the most commonly reared native cattle in the Kanakapura and Ramanagara districts where TDM is active. Our Desi Cows are grazed in the forest during the day. Contains anti-inflammatory properties. With National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) providing working capital, the farmers became shareholders of the producer company by paying Rs 1,000 each. They are free-range cattle and hence the cost that the farmers spend on fodder and feed is less. “The number of children falling ill due to allergy and stomach ailments has come down after they started drinking the native cows’ milk,” Siddaraju told VillageSquare.in. In his book, ‘Devil in the Milk: Illness, Health and the Politics of A1 and A2 Milk’, Dr. Keith Woodford reveals the real milk issue. 22 litres of Harlikar cows' A2 milk gives 1 litre of Anveshan ghee. Some animal also produces a milk, such as cow and goat. It is also beneficial for the dialysis Milk from the native breed (Bos indicus) is of A2 variety, with the best Beta Casein protein. It is the breed of the cow that matters. […] This feature is based on an article written for VillageSquare.in by Sudha Narasimhachar,  a journalist based in Bangalore. Bringing back the traditional interdependent practice of agriculture and animal husbandry, farmers can lead self-sustaining and healthy lives. Through Tribal Sub-Plan being implemented, they hope to revive agriculture that once kept them self-sufficient. The strontium of A2 milk increases immunity and protects the body from harmful radiation. - Bhoomika. Farmer Shivaraju said that he could buy many household items, after he started selling A2 milk. Presently Dabbaguli Basaweshwaraswamy Farmer Producer Company Ltd distributes the milk. Native cows yield consistently good milk, for more number of years. “Encouraging organic farming and enhanced animal care is part of societal care, an important pillar of sustainability,” Titus Sequeira of Seva Trust told VillageSquare.in. Plans are afoot to integrate the farmers into a cooperative style private limited company, so that they can sell 5,000 liters of milk collected every day directly, after processing. It helps to keep joints supple and takes care of minor common ailments such as minor joint pain, insomnia, etc.