Lecture 21 - Dairy Info
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What are the Major US Dairy Breeds?
Ayrshire Brown Swiss Guernsey Holstein Jersey Milking Shorthorn
What are distinguishing features of the Holstein?
• from the Netherlands and Northern Germany • largest of Dairy breeds • characterized by large udders and increased milk production • at peak lactation produce 100+ lbs milk/day • 5th in milk fat production, 3.5% • 85-90% of cows in the US
What are distinguishing features of the Jersey?
• from island of Jersey • oldest of purebred breeds • colored cream to light fawn to nearly black • smallest of dairy breeds • efficient use of feed and excellent grazing abilities • 3rd in milk production • yields 20% more cheese and 30% more butter than market average milk • 10-15% of cows in the US