Which livestock are raised in Andhra Pradesh?

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Andhra Pradesh View of Kolleru Lake, northeastern Andhra Pradesh, India.

In Andhra Pradesh, animal husbandry has become a significant economic sector, contributing roughly half the value of the state's crop production. The livestock raised in the state include:

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Since the beginning of the 21st century, the state has seen dramatic growth in both dairy and egg production.1