Breeds 1
This breed can be black or red. They are the most popular breed in America.
Angus
True or False:Beef production makes up the largest single portion of the U.S. agricultural economy.
True
What are dual purpose cattle used for?
Meat and milk
Which breed has a long outer coat of hair with an undercoat?
Scottish Highlander
The largest dairy breed that produces more milk than any other.
Holstein
This breed is docile. It is red with white markings. They can be horned or polled.
Hereford
To _____ means to "get rid of"
Cull
When cattle are/were used to pull carts, wagons, equipment, etc. they are called _____ animals.
Draft
Which breed has HUGE hollow horns?
Watusi
The smallest of the dairy breeds. They have "deer eyes."
Jersey
Sometimes called an Oreo because of their markings.
Belted Galloway
What is the first phase of the cattle cycle?
Cow/calf
Name the two breeds of cattle that were developed in Texas.
Beefmaster and Santa Gertrudis
If Ms. Walz could have 20 cows, which breed would she have?
Tarentaise
These cattle are known for their ability to tolerate heat and insects. They have loose skin, big ears and humps.
Brahman
This is the largest French breed. They also are popular in the market steer shows.
Maine-Anjou
What does BLM stand for?
Bureau of Land Management
When cattle producers own their cattle from birth to harvest, this is known as ______ ______.
Retained ownership
Which livestock disease causes bloody scours and could be fatal?
Coccidiosis
The species name for cattle that came from British or European descent. They do well in cool/cold climates.
Bos Taurus
This breed is from Italy, They are extremely tall. They have black switches, hooves and muzzle.
Chianina
Name the four states (in any order) where most large scale feedlots are located.
Texas, Nebraska, Kansas and Colorado
What phase of the cattle cycle are pastured on wheat in the Great Plains?
Stocker
Which breed of cattle are known as "sport cattle?"
Corriente
Which cattle species originated in Asia and India? They are better adapted to warm/hot weather.
Bos Indicus