BEEF
WHAT IS THE MATURE FEMALE NAME OF CATTLE
COW
WHAT IS THE CASTERATED MALE NAME FOR SWINE
BARROW
WHAT IS THE NAME A MATURE FEMALE SHEEP
EWE
WHAT IS THE NAME OF AN OFFSPRING GOAT
KID
Calves are born and raised in this first phase of production.
Cow calf operation
What is the name of the region in the U.S. that produces the majority of pigs?
corn belt
How many classes of wool are there
5
Chevron/cabrito
After weaning, calves are moved to this phase to gain weight on pasture before finishing.
stocker operation
Name the three main production phases in order
Farrowing, growing, finishing
2.5lbs
Milk from a goat can be used to make this
Cheese
Which phase focuses on increasing size efficiently using grain, and why is it important for the beef industry?
the feedlot phase; it produces market-ready cattle efficiently and supports high-quality beef supply
If a farmer skips the growing phase and moves piglets straight from farrowing to finishing, what might happen to their growth or health?
The piglets may grow slower, have poor health, and produce lower-quality meat because they didn’t develop properly before finishing
Sheep produce meat and wool. Which is considered the most profitable product in the U.S.?
Meat
Goats are raised mainly for meat, milk, or this product
Wool/fiber
If the average American eats 70 pounds of beef per year, how much is that per week
1.3 lbs per week
Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Nebraska, Minnesota, Missouri, Kansas, and Ohio
Why are sheep raised in every state despite them having a low consumption rate
Sheep are adaptable, can graze marginal land, provide wool for textiles, and meet niche markets, making them economically viable even with low per-person meat consumption.
How many stomachs does a goat have?
4- rumen, reticulum, omasum, and abomasum