The United States Department of Agriculture has ranked Brazil as the South American country with the largest number of cows, totaling 194.3 million, making it second globally behind India. Uruguay, with 11.7 million cows, has the highest number of cows per inhabitant in South America, boasting a ratio of 3.6 cows per person due to its extensive fertile pastures. This strong cattle-raising tradition has positioned Uruguay as a significant beef exporter. Peru's cattle population stands at 5.8 million, with notable milk and beef production statistics. Globally, India leads with 307.5 million cows, reflecting its cultural reverence for the animal.