Cows
What do farmers use to identify individual cows
ear tags
What type of digestive systems do cows have?
ruminant digestive system
What is one goal in cattle housing
Cow comfort
Cow health
Cow productivity
Manuring handling & disposal
How many compartments are in a ruminant stomach?
4
How are horses measured?
By hands
What is one type of cattle housing that we discussed
Freestall
bedded pack
stall barn
What is the name of the breed that is the typical black and white cow?
Holstein
Where did the beef breed Charolais originate from?
France
What type of dairy housing gives cows access to move throughout a large area?
Loose Housing
Why do beef farmers choose cows with strong maternal instincts?
answers vary.
What type of horse (light or draft) weighs between 900-1400 lbs and is used for riding, driving, showing, or racing/
light horse
What type of dairy cattle housing requires cows to be tethered to individual stalls?
tie stall housing
I am a brown dairy cow that is one of the oldest breeds and is known for making really good cheese. What breed am I?
Jersey
I am a horse breed developed for racing. I tend to be hot blooded. What breed am I ?
Thoroughbred
How does proper housing contribute to the health and productivity of dairy cattle?
answers vary