18 Questions
Which trait is related to the cow's udder capacity for milk production?
Rear udder height
What is the preferred depth of the cow's udder in relation to the hock joint?
2 inches above the hock joint
How is rear udder width evaluated?
By viewing the cow from the rear
What does front teat placement refer to?
Position of front teats on the fore quarter
Which trait is crucial for milking ease and minimizing udder injury?
Udder depth in relation to hock joint
How are extremely short teats categorized based on length?
1 inch or less
What is the indication for proper rump angle in a cow according to the text?
Enhances the cow's reproductive performance
Why is thurl width important in the evaluation of cows?
To determine the ease of calving
What is the preferred rear leg set in cows according to the text?
Rear legs with average set to the hocks
How does foot diagonal in cows influence hoof trimming frequency?
Lower foot diagonal leads to more frequent hoof trimming
What does too much stress on posty legs in cows lead to?
Aggravation of joints
How does proper rump angle in cows impact their reproductive performance?
Enhances reproductive performance through drainage of reproductive tract
What are the 17 functional linear descriptive traits in dairy cow judging grouped according to?
Primary traits, rump, udder and teats, feet and legs
How is stature measured in dairy cow judging?
From the top of the spine between the hips to the ground
What does a high score in strength evaluation indicate in dairy cow judging?
Higher ability for high production and good health
Which of the following are NOT part of the primary traits in dairy cow judging?
Rump angle
What is the indication of a cow with a high stature in dairy cow judging?
Higher ability for production
Which of the following is NOT a linear descriptive trait evaluated in dairy cow judging?
Substance of bones
Test your knowledge on evaluating dairy cows based on criteria such as sharpness and flatness of bones, body depth, and rump angle. Learn how these factors affect milking ability, roughage consumption, and reproductive performance.
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