Main breeds of cattle in Russia: prospects and modern trends

The Aberdeen Angus breed is known for its high quality marbled MEAT and excellent growth rates. The Hereford breed is distinguished by its calm nature and good adaptability to various conditions. The Kalmyk breed is resistant to difficult climatic conditions. The Kazakh white-headed breed will please you with its productivity, and the Russian hornless breed is recognized as promising due to its unpretentiousness.

Overall, the country's cattle population stood at 16.9 million at the end of the first half of 2025, down 4.1% year-on-year. Investment and the use of new technologies to improve the profitability of beef production remain key to future growth.