General Housing Requirements Dairy cattle will be more efficient in the production of milk and in reproduction if they are protected from extreme heat, and particularly from direct sunshine. This can be achieved through provision of shade in tropical and…
The common dairy cattle breeds include the following: The Friesian Purpose: Milk production Potential yield: 40-60 litres milk/day Average body size: Large (500-550kg) Description: Black and white short haired coat, short horns. Advantages: High milk production potential with low butter…
Introduction The calf is the foundation of the future dairy herd which signifies the importance of proper calf rearing. Selection of replacements for culled cows can only be effective if good replacement heifers are available and in enough numbers to…