The Belted Galloway breed is one of the oldest and most traditional beef breeds in Scotland. The breed was developed for its ability to thrive on rough pasture and produce high-quality beef. It is known for its hardiness, docility and longevity. The name “Belted Galloway” refers to the belt of black hair that runs around … Read more
Black Angus cows are a type of cattle that are prized for their meat. They’re also known for their ability to produce high-quality milk, which makes them a good choice for dairy farmers. The average price of Black Angus cows is dependent on a number of factors, including age, condition, and breed quality. If you’re … Read more
Many beef cattle farming operations only prosper during peak auction prices. Even many of them subsidize operations by getting off-farm income to keep their farms alive. There are numerous operations specializing in grass-fed beef that is also plagued by high production costs and are barely profitable, despite the high-priced grass-fed beef that is currently available … Read more
The name sweet feed refers to the mash of grains, usually rolled in molasses. It is used for feed for horses, cattle, sheep, and goats. It smells very good. It would make a great air freshener. This is basically junk food for animals. The sweet feed can be either corn/oat/barley cobs which are sugared with … Read more
The use of ear tags for cattle has been helpful in terms of knowing the performance of the flock. Ear tags have been used to keep records of generations of cows, tracking and measuring the features and quality of individual cows. Aside from the quality of performance measured by the ear tags, there is a … Read more
The identification of livestock is essential for traceability and is directly linked to human health and livestock conservation. The identification of cattle has both visual and management benefits. By using cattle ear tags that identify your individual animals, you can be more confident about identifying them and manage their performance. Additionally, being able to track … Read more
The practice of tattooing involves placing an indelibly permanent mark in a concealed area, such as the ears of an animal. In this tattoo there is a pattern of black ink imbedded in the bare skin that depicts numbers or letters, generally on the inside of the ear. If properly done, a tattoo is as … Read more
Based on the literature, cows have domesticated only 10,000 years ago and were only able to produce A2 beta-casein protein rather than A1 beta-casein protein. A natural mutation in the beta-casein gene occurred in Holsteins 8,000 years ago, which led to the production of the beta-casein protein A1 in this breed. This mutation led to … Read more
Milkability is an important economic trait that has always been recognized as an economically important trait that may be improved through selection, especially for milking efficiency. Milkability is characterized by milk flow traits, including average milk flow rate, maximum milk flow rate, and total milking time. Milkability improvements lead to reduced management costs for milking … Read more
It might be worthwhile to consider raising cattle as a way to add to your homesteading horizons. By doing so, you and your family will be able to purchase quality homegrown meat and dairy products. Having cows can be equally viewed as a means of generating additional income, especially if you are interested in selling … Read more