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Kalmyk cattle are related to ancient Asian cattle. They were brought to the Caspian steppes in the 17th century by Kalmyks (Mongols in Russia whose ancestors migrated from Dzungaria in 1607). Kalmyk cows were influenced by the sharply continental climate, with year-round pasture content. They were bred for high meat productivity, good early maturity, and exceptional adaptability in conditions of dry steppes.

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Kangayam, or Kangeyam, are an Indian breed of draught cattle from the state of Tamil Nadu, in South India. They were developed in Kongu Nadu, the region surrounding Coimbatore, close to the border between Tamil Nadu and Kerala, but they are widely distributed. Their name is derived from the town of Kangeyam. They are also called Kangeyam, Kanganad, or Kongu cattle. They have been exported to Brazil, where they are called Cangaian cattle.

The Kankrej are an Indian breed of zebu cattle. They originated from the arid region of the Rann of Kutch in the state of Gujarat, and in neighboring Rajasthan. They are also known as Kankaraj Bannai, Nagar, Talabda, Vaghiyar, Wagad, Waged, Vadhiyar, Wadhiar, Wadhir and Wadial cattle. They are raised for draught work and for milk production.

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The Karan Swiss is a breed of cattle originating from Switzerland. They are primarily used for dairy production, known for their high milk yields and good butterfat content. They have a distinctive brown and white color pattern, with a sturdy and compact build. The breed is well adapted to mountain pastures and harsh climates, making them well suited for dairy farming in Switzerland and other countries with similar conditions. They are also known ...

Kazakh White-headed cattle are from the steppe regions of Kazakhstan and the southeast regions of Russia - Orenburg, Volgograd and Saratov. They were developed by crossing Hereford Bulls with local Kazakh breeds of cows, and also Kalmyk cattle; followed by line-breeding. In the new breed, they sought to combine the high meat quantity of Hereford cattle with the positive attributes of Kazakh and Kalmyk cattle. The Kazakh White-headed breed w ...

Kerry cattle (Irish: Bo Chiarrai or Bollatach or Buinin) are a rare breed of dairy cattle, native to Ireland. They are believed to be one of the oldest breeds in Europe, probably derived from small black cattle brought to Ireland by Neolithic man. They were probably also the first cattle bred mainly for milk production, with other breeds being developed mainly for draught and meat. The climate of southwestern Ireland was suitable for milk product ...

Kholmogory cattle are one of the oldest dairy breeds. The first mention of them dates back to the 18th century. They were developed in the Kholmogory district, Russia; where favorable economic and local fodder conditions contributed to their formation. In the region from 1693 to 1728 foreign cows of different breeds were imported. The region was one of the commercial ports through which brisk trade with foreign countries was carried out. Ice ...

Kostroma cattle are raised for Milk and meat production from the Yaroslavl, Russia. They were developed from Schwick, and Allgau cattle. Much attention was paid to the breeding of the Kostroma cattle, intensive cultivation of young animals, with abundant feeding, while keeping in unheated rooms, selecting and selecting animals for fatness, butterfat and fortress of the constitution, as well as full-fat feeding of adult cows.

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The Kurgan cattle is a breed of domestic cattle native to the Kurgan Oblast region in Russia. They are primarily used for beef production, and are known for their good meat quality and high weight gain. Kurgan cattle are medium-sized with a solid build, and typically have a light red or brown coat. They are well-adapted to harsh climates, with good resistance to cold and high tolerance for heat. The breed is also known for its hardiness and good ...

Kuri are a humpless-longhorned group of cattle from central Africa. They are raised for meat, milk and work. They are intolerant of heat, sunlight, and can not stand long periods of drought. They are good swimmers and spend much of their time in Lake Chad. They are heavy, ranging anywhere from 800 to 1100 pounds, which makes it unusual that they are good swimmers; however, they have huge unusual horns that some believe help them stay afloat. < ...