10 Questions
Where did the Holstein breed originate?
Netherlands
What is the color of the Guernsey cow?
Golden fawn with or without white markings
What is the average yearly milk production of the Holstein breed in official U.S. production-testing programs in 1987?
17,408 pounds
Which breed is known for producing high quality milk while consuming 20 to 30 percent less feed per pound of milk?
Guernsey
When was the Guernsey cow introduced to America?
Around September 1840
Which breed of dairy cattle originated in the mountain pastures of the Swiss Alps?
Jersey
What is the average yearly milk production of the Guernsey cow?
14,667 pounds
Which breed of dairy cattle was declared a dairy breed in the United States in 1906?
Guernsey
Where did the Holstein breed originate?
Netherlands
Which breed is known for its color as golden fawn, with or without white markings?
Jersey
Study Notes
Origin of Dairy Breeds
- The Holstein breed originated in Europe, specifically in the Netherlands and Germany.
- The Guernsey cow was introduced to America in the late 19th century.
- The Brown Swiss breed originated in the mountain pastures of the Swiss Alps.
Characteristics of Dairy Breeds
- The Guernsey cow is known for its golden fawn color, with or without white markings.
- The Holstein breed produces an average of 17,408 pounds of milk per year in official U.S. production-testing programs in 1987.
- The Guernsey cow produces an average of 15,000 pounds of milk per year.
- The Brown Swiss breed is known for producing high-quality milk while consuming 20 to 30 percent less feed per pound of milk.
Recognition of Dairy Breeds
- The Brown Swiss breed was declared a dairy breed in the United States in 1906.
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