Month: November 2022

My three favorite breeds of dairy cattle  are the Holstein, the Brown Swiss, and the Jersey. To me, these breeds show outstanding dairy strength. These breeds are lean, stylish, clean, and wholesome. I really enjoy these breeds due to these reasons. To me, these three breeds top the list with good milk production, feet and legs, and style.

The Holstein is my favorite breed due to the complexity of this breed and the overall goodness that comes out of this outstanding breed. The Holstein cow originated in the Netherlands. They were imported from the Netherlands to the U.S.A about 2,000 years ago. . This breed is one of the biggest breeds of cow, and they can weigh up to 1,200 pounds and get to be six feet tall. That breed does not only have mass; they also have style, even though they can be so heavy. They are one of the best breeds of cattle. Holsteins can produce lots of milk. The average Holstein cow can milk for up to 305 days and produce up to 100 pounds of milk a day.

The Brown Swiss is my second favorite breed of dairy cattle. The Brown Swiss have a cool history. The Brown Swiss was imported to the United States from Switzerland in 1869. This breed has two main purposes: to produce milk, which is its main purpose, and to produce beef. These animals are not only good for beef and milk but also for show. Brown Swiss have the longest gestation period, which has about 7 more days that get added onto the date at which they are pregnant. The gestation period is a time when an animal is pregnant. They are known for their high butterfat and good components in their milk, which are good for making cheese. Brown Swiss are the largest of the five main breeds and on average weigh about 1,300 pounds. This breed tends to be on the fatter side. The Brown Swiss are also known for having good feet and legs, which helps them not have sore feet. When they have black hooves, there is less moisture which helps them stay healthier longer.

The Jersey cow is my final one. This cow tends to be on the shorter side but is still very good. They have high components and are good for beef and milk.The Jersey cow is high in butter fat, and their milk has high butter fat, which leaves it with a yellow tint. Jersey cows have giant eyes and a light brown color. Jersey cows were brought to England in the 1740s, and they were imported to the U.S. in the 1850s.

Finally, these three breeds are my favorites because of their unique histories, as well as learning about where they originated and when they were imported. I also like these breeds because of their amazing features and their incredible dairy strength, which ties it all together for me. These are my reasons why Holsteins, Brown Swiss, and Jerseys are my favorite dairy breeds.

To me the fair is more than just blue ribbons and purple banners. It is all about the people that surround you, and the memories that are made, and the lessons that are learned. To me people value and represent themselves with what color ribbon they got or how their animal is placed. But in the end, it is all about the experience and the hard work ethic that is built. And the memories made, either good or bad, all build kids into the good humans they will become later on. There are many things in life that are important to me, but the county fair is one of them. My reasons are that at the county fair, you learn a good work ethic, you create bonds with the people and the animals around you, and there is high competition. 

My first reason is that the county fair creates a good work ethic. At the county fair you are constantly looking over your animal and making sure that they have food, water, and dry bedding. It teaches you the responsibility of taking care of your animals. My next reason is that it allows you to create bonds with the people and animals around you. It helps you create a bond with your own animal since you are always looking after her and making sure she has what she needs. My last reason is that the competition is high. Going into the fair we never really know who is going to win. We may have predicaments to who is going to win. You and your heifer will either be the winner or the loser. Being the winner teaches you not to go around and brag to others. On the other hand, being a loser teaches you to keep your head up and be proud of what you got. 

In conclusion, the county fair is a very important event for me in my life. It teaches you good work ethic, you are able to create a bond with people and animals around you, and there is good competition. Ribbons fade over time but the lessons learned will stick with you.