Pashushala.com: Promoting Livestock well-being and economy

Buying or selling cattle in India isn't as simple as agreeing on a price and shaking hands anymore. Between state anti-slaughter laws, mandi regulations, and disease-control rules, both the buyer and the seller need to carry the right paperwork, or risk a stalled transaction, a fine, or worse, having the animal seized at a checkpoint. At Pashushala , we've helped thousands of farmers, dairy owners, and Pashumitras across India buy and sell cows, buffaloes, goats, and sheep the right way. This guide breaks down exactly which documents you need, why each one matters, and how Pashushala helps you stay compliant while you trade. Why documentation matters more than ever Cattle in India, legally defined to include cows, bulls, bullocks, buffaloes, steers, heifers, calves, and camels, sit at the intersection of two different sets of rules: general livestock trade regulations (health, identification, transport) and state-specific cow protection laws , which are far stricter and va...

Introduction- Why feed costs are reducing your profits?  Milk production in India has increased from 146.3 million tonnes in 201415 to 251 million tonnes in 202425. The cost of feed plays a major role in this productivity. Along with this surge of 71.56% the cost expense has also been increased manyfold over the years, along with the shortage of fodder. This eventually led to a decrease in margin and productivity during lean season. IMARC Group, 2025; APEDA, 2025  Although this increase in productivity is plausible, this depicts a very different scenario. India increases productivity by adding more animals instead of increasing the per animal yield, which is about 1.6 tonnes of milk per year compared to 4.6 tonnes in New Zealand, 7.3 tonnes in the EU, and 11 tonnes in the US. This keeps the farmgate prices competitive at ₹3436 per litre, mostly dependent on the small farmers and labours. This not only increases their wages, but also the land for cultivation further decrea...