In Old Church Slavonic, "beef" meant all cattle or just a herd. However, beef meant only bull
MEAT. Eating cow meat in Rus' was not accepted. They were kept solely for the sake of
MILK. In turn, the Old Slavonic "beef" is formed from the Indo-European root "gou". In other languages, you can find analogues of this word: "cow" - a cow in English, "kov" - in Armenian. Over time, "beef" fell into disu...
Cattle (Cattle) are one of the major livestock species that play an important role in agriculture. Cattle are a source of MEAT, MILK, leather and other products needed for nutrition and to supply various industries. These animals are also used for draught labor and as companions for humans. Different breeds of cattle are raised in different regions of the world, each with its own unique characteristics and adapted to specific environments. Cattle also play an important role in the ecosystem by contributing to soil enrichment and maintaining biodiversity. Overall, cattle are an integral part of agricultural activities and food security.