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Tag: Dairy

Dutch Belted
September 13, 2022September 12, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Classifying Cattle Breeds: Paradigm

When it comes to classifying cattle breeds, paradigm refers to the mindset that went into the breed's creation and subsequent development.

Texas Longhorn
August 2, 2022August 1, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Classifying Cattle Breeds: Geographic Origin Part 2

Classifying cattle by geographic origin is useful, as breeds were developed for specific environments. Part 2 covers American, Spanish-American, and African breeds.

Herefords
July 19, 2022July 22, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Classifying Cattle Breeds: Geographic Origin Part 1

The native homeland of a given breed is important when choosing a breed of cattle, as it indicates the environment in which the breed was developed to thrive.

Holstein
May 10, 2022May 9, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Classifying Cattle Breeds: Genetic Background

One way cattle breeds can be grouped is by genetic background. This is important, as each variation reflects a different philosophy and approach to selection.

Beef breed
April 26, 2022April 25, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Classifying Cattle Breeds: Specialty

The most obvious way to classify cattle breeds is according to their specialty: beef, dairy, or dual-purpose. Each option has its own advantages and disadvantages.

Classifying Cattle Breeds: Introduction
March 29, 2022March 6, 2023 hsotr The Farm

Classifying Cattle Breeds: Introduction

Cattle breeds can be grouped in many ways: specialty, genetic background, geographic origin, paradigm. The best choice of a cattle breed will be one that is adapted to your circumstances.

Grazing Management by Species: Cattle
August 24, 2021September 17, 2021 hsotr The Farm

Grazing Management by Species: Cattle

Cattle are the quintessential grazing animal, making them roughly equivalent to bison in the ecosystem.

Top 10 Farming Resources
September 30, 2020March 16, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Top 10 Farming Resources

Check out some of our readers' favorite farming posts to learn about popular country living topics and find links to more information.

Pros and Cons of Dual-Purpose Livestock
June 22, 2020July 20, 2021 hsotr The Farm

Pros and Cons of Dual-Purpose Livestock

You may be wondering if you can really have it all. After all, weren't modern livestock breeds specialized for a reason? Let's find out.

Getting Started with Livestock Part 3: Diet
August 19, 2019July 20, 2021 hsotr The Farm

Getting Started With Livestock Part 3: Diet

Planning a healthy diet for your animals is critical as far as your finances and their health are concerned, so take your time.

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