Contact Information

Dr. Tony Pescatore, Ph.D.
Interim Department Chair

900 W.P. Garrigus Building Lexington, KY 40546-0215

+1 (859) 257-2686

Dairy Cattle Discovery - Breeds - Ayrshire

Dairy Cattle Discovery - Breeds - Ayrshire

Dairy Cattle Discovery - Breeds - Ayrshire


  • Ayrshire
  • Origin - Ayr, Scotland
  • Color - Deep cherry red, mahogany brown, or a combination of any of these colors with white, or pure white.
  • Average Mature Cow Size - 1,250 pounds.
  • Milk Produced by Mature Cow - 18,918 poulds of milk per lacatation.
  • Important Traits - Strongly attached, evenly balanced, and well-shaped udders, fertility, overall health, and resistance to mastitis.

Dairy - Ayrshire

Contact Information

Dr. Tony Pescatore, Ph.D.
Interim Department Chair

900 W.P. Garrigus Building Lexington, KY 40546-0215

+1 (859) 257-2686