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 - Holstein

Dairy Cattle Discovery - Breeds - Holstein

Dairy Cattle Discovery - Breeds - Holstein


Holstein

  • Origin - Netherlands.
  • Color - black and white or red and white markings clearly defined.
  • Average Mature Cow Size - 1,500 pounds.
  • Milk Produced by Mature Cow - 27,031 pounds per lacation.
  • Important Traits - Highest milk production of any dairy breed, most popular breed.

Dairy - Holstein

Contact Information

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

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

+1 (859) 257-2686