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What is the term for a female cattle that has had at least one calf?
What is the term for a female cattle that has had at least one calf?
Cow
Which breed of cattle is classified as a British breed?
Which breed of cattle is classified as a British breed?
Hereford
What is the purpose of the store period in beef production?
What is the purpose of the store period in beef production?
Low-cost winter feeding
What is the EUROP system used for?
What is the EUROP system used for?
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What is the significance of Ireland's beef production?
What is the significance of Ireland's beef production?
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What is included in calf management?
What is included in calf management?
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What is the purpose of hybrid vigor in beef production?
What is the purpose of hybrid vigor in beef production?
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What is the purpose of a planned breeding program?
What is the purpose of a planned breeding program?
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What is an example of a notifiable disease in cattle?
What is an example of a notifiable disease in cattle?
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What is the term for a male cattle that has been castrated?
What is the term for a male cattle that has been castrated?
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Study Notes
Cattle Classification
- An intact male is classified as a male.
- A castrated male is classified as a steer.
- A female that has had at least one calf is classified as a cow.
- A female that has not yet had a calf is classified as a heifer.
- A young male or female is classified as a calf.
Beef Breeds
- Belgian Blue is a Continental breed.
- Charolais is a Continental breed.
- Simmental is a Continental breed.
- Limousin is a Continental breed.
- Hereford is a British breed.
- Aberdeen Angus is a British breed.
Beef Production Systems
- There are two main systems: constant high nutrition feeding and store over winter.
- Animals are typically slaughtered between 12-30 months of age.
- Outlets for beef production include live exports and home/export markets.
Animal Growth & Development
- The store period is used for low-cost winter feeding.
- Compensatory growth advantage occurs after restricted feeding.
Carcass Quality
- The EUROP system is used to grade carcass quality, with grades ranging from E to P.
- Factors influencing carcass quality include length, shape, fat percentage, and meat content.
Beef Production in Ireland
- Ireland's beef production relies on dairy herds for beef animals.
- A significant amount of beef is exported to countries including the UK, Germany, Egypt, and Iran.
Calf Management
- Calf management involves tagging, registration, dehorning, and castration.
- Careful handling and weaning onto new diets are important for calf management.
Diseases in Cattle
- Examples of diseases in cattle include Blackleg, Brucellosis, Tuberculosis, and BVD.
- Notifiable diseases must be reported to authorities.
Breeding and Genetics
- Hybrid vigor improves traits such as fertility and growth rates.
- Selection criteria for female breeding stock and bulls include factors such as fertility and growth rates.
Beef Production Year
- The beef production year includes calving management, summer essentials, winter housing, and autumn calving considerations.
Achieving High Conception Rate
- Planned breeding programs and nutritional management are important for achieving high conception rates.
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This quiz covers the classification of cattle into male, female, and young categories, as well as common breeds of beef cattle. Learn about the different types of cattle and their characteristics.
