Meet Viatina, World¡¯s Most Expensive Cow At Rs 40 Crore, With Roots Of The Breed In India
Can you imagine the staggering price tag on a 'very expensive' cow? Well, it's nearly impossible to fathom, as the world's most expensive cow commands an astounding Rs 40 crore. Recently, a Nelore cow became the world¡¯s most expensive cow ever sold, at an auction in Brazil.
One-third of the cow sold for Rs 1.44 million USD
A Nelore cow named Viatina-19 FIV Mara Im¨®veis was sold for a record-breaking 4.8 million USD (Rs 40 crore INR)? in an auction in Brazil.
Viatina's sale not only showcases her individual value but also demonstrates the potential of her genetic material to improve the quality of the breed, setting a new standard in the global cattle market.
The auction took place in Arand¨², S?o Paulo, Brazil, where a one-third share of the 4.5-year-old cow was sold for 6.99 million reals, equivalent to 1.44 million USD.?
This transaction raised her total value to a remarkable 4.3 million USD, surpassing her previous record when half of her ownership was sold for approximately 800,000 USD the previous year.
Nelore breed originated from India
The Nelore breed, originally from India and named after the Nellore district in Andhra Pradesh, has become one of Brazil's most important cattle breeds.?
The first pair of Ongole cattle arrived in Brazil by ship in 1868, with a significant increase occurring in the 1960s when a hundred animals were imported, laying the foundation for the breed's growth in Brazil. And the rest is history.
Scientifically known as Bos indicus, the Nelore breed boasts superior qualities such as adaptability to hot climates, disease resistance, and meat quality. These cattle are known for their strength, resilience, and ability to thrive in tough conditions, making them highly valued in tropical areas.?
Additionally, Nelore cattle are efficient converters of forage into meat, outperforming other breeds in this aspect.
This particular Nelore cow, Viatina-19 FIV Mara Im¨®veis, epitomises these traits, having been selectively bred to enhance her genetic advantages.
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