Umblachery
Umblachery cattle is native of Thanjavur, Thiruvarur and Nagapattinam districts of Tamil Nadu, India. This breed gets its name from the place of its origin – the Umblachery village in Nagapattinam district of Tamilnadu. It is variedly known as Jathi madu/ Mottai madu/ Molai madu/ Therkathi madu.
Umblachery is a draught breed of the zebu type, similar to Kangayam but smaller, and used for agricultural work. The males generally find use in ploughing, carting, thrashing and paddling. This breed is capable of doing continuous work for six to seven hours under the hot sun and is suitable for ploughing in marshy paddy fields because of its medium size.
Managing a herd of Umblachery cows can be challenging, especially when they are free-range or grazing in large areas. Real-time tracking systems enable farmers to know the precise location of each cow, even in remote pastures. This not only reduces the time spent searching for lost or straying cattle but also ensures the herd remains within safe, designated areas. Farmers can also monitor their grazing patterns to optimize pasture usage and prevent overgrazing, ensuring sustainable practices.
