Cattle
An operation which they raise a single breed of cattle
Purebred operation
What was the first domesticated livestock?
Sheep
Piglet
What is a mature female cattle?
Cow
An operation which is in charge of calving and weaning but calves are sold at weaning and cows stay at the same farm
Cow-calf operation
What are 3 products we can get from wool?
Lanolin, Hides, insulation, carpet, felt
What is it called when a pig gives birth?
Farrowing
What is a mature female sheep?
Ewe
Operation in charge of feeding cattle to harvest weight
Feedlot operation
What is the difference between lamb and mutton?
Lamb harvest 3-11 months, mutton are harvest at older than a year
At what weight do we shoot to harvest pigs?
What is a castrated male sheep?
Wether
1500-1800 pounds
What is a dual purpose breed?
A breed which is raised for more than one purpose
How long is the gestation of a sow?
3 months, 3 weeks, 3 days
What is an immature female cattle?
Heifer
What are the 3 nutrients cattle are known for being a good source of?
Protein, Iron, and sinc
Name 4 of the 5 types of wool found on sheep
Fine-wool, medium-wool, Long-wool, Hair sheep, Coarse-wool
Name 3 of the 5 steps to processing a piglet
Ear notching, clipping needle teeth, tail docking, vaccinations, castration
What does gestation mean?
How long something is pregnant