Dairy Flashcards

(30 cards)

1
Q

What is the primary product of dairy production?

A

Milk

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2
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True or False: The Holstein is one of the most common dairy cow breeds in the U.S.

A

True

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3
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Fill in the blank: The __________ breed is known for its high butterfat content in milk.

A

Jersey

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4
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Which dairy breed is primarily black and white?

A

Holstein

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5
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What type of cattle are raised mainly for milk production?

A

Dairy cattle

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6
Q

Name one of the top three dairy-producing states in the U.S.

A

California

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7
Q

Short Answer: What is the average lifespan of a dairy cow?

A

Around 5 to 7 years

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8
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Which breed is known for being the smallest among dairy cattle?

A

Dexter

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9
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True or False: Angus is a breed primarily used for dairy production.

A

False

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10
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What is the term for a female cow that has not yet had a calf?

A

Heifer

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11
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Multiple Choice: Which breed is recognized for its high milk yield? A) Guernsey B) Ayrshire C) Holstein

A

C) Holstein

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12
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Fill in the blank: The __________ breed is known for its adaptability and good milk production.

A

Ayrshire

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13
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What is the term for male cattle?

A

Bull

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14
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Short Answer: What is the primary feed for dairy cows?

A

Forage

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15
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True or False: Cattle are classified into two main types: dairy and beef.

A

True

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16
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What breed is often referred to as the ‘golden’ dairy cow?

17
Q

Multiple Choice: Which breed is known for being very efficient in converting feed to milk? A) Jersey B) Hereford C) Simmental

18
Q

Fill in the blank: A __________ is a young female cattle that has not yet calved.

19
Q

What is the process of extracting milk from dairy cows called?

20
Q

Short Answer: What is a common health issue in dairy cows?

21
Q

True or False: The Jersey breed has a reputation for producing large quantities of milk.

22
Q

Name the breed known for its high protein content in milk.

23
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What term describes the male offspring of cattle?

24
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Fill in the blank: The __________ breed is known for its docile temperament and high milk quality.

25
Multiple Choice: Which dairy breed is typically the highest milk producer? A) Holstein B) Jersey C) Guernsey
A) Holstein
26
What is the primary reason for breeding dairy cows?
To produce milk
27
True or False: Dairy cows are usually kept in large herds on farms.
True
28
Which breed of dairy cow is the oldest breed?
Brown Swiss
29
Which Dairy cow breed is dual purpose?
Milking Shorthorn
30
Which breed of dairy cow is triple purpose?
Milking Devon