Bobbie1956
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compare Ayrshire and Jersey cows
I am an old dairy farmer who has not had milk cows for many years. Used to keep a registered holstein herd.
I am now thinking of setting up a small registered herd again as somewhat of a semi retirement project. I very much like the dairy business and want to get back into it but not on a big or commerically viable scale.
I am not impressed with holstein cattle as I consider that they just have too many health problems.
I am considering Ayrshires and have in fact bought two quality yearlings. I am also wondering about Jerseys.
Can anyone give me their comments between these two breeds.
I am certainly left with the impression that Ayrshires have minimal health problems and are quite hardy which is why I am leaning towards them.
Look forward to receiving comments and advise.
Thank you.
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26/9/2020, 18:01
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smous
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Re: compare Ayrshire and Jersey cows
Ayrshires are tough, but their milk doesn't come back after setbacks like Holstein's do. I would think Jerseys are your breed of choice, milk fever aside they are easy keepers and highly efficient producers.
Last edited by smous, 3/10/2020, 10:09
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