Breeds Of Livestock (Dairy Cattle Breeds)

Question 1

Ayrshire (Scotland)

Answer 1

• medium sized breed that is medium to dark red and white
• excellent grazers that do well under pasture conditions
• average lactation (305) days of 14, 534 lbs milk

Question 2

Guernsey (isle of guernsey)

Answer 2

*medium size breed known for gentle nature and golden colored milk
* various shades of fawn with white markings and a white switch
*second highest butterfat percentage
* breed has lost great deal in terms of popularity in last 30 years
* average lactation (305 days)