Brown Swiss vs Jersey: A Dairy Farmer’s Dilemma - advenal.com
2024年6月15日 · You’ve heard about Brown Swiss and Jersey cows, but you’re not sure which breed is the right fit for you. Don’t worry, friend, we’ve got you covered. In this down-to-earth guide, we’ll break down the key differences between these two popular dairy breeds to help you make an informed decision.
Brown Swiss vs Jersey - Homesteading Forum
2005年8月1日 · A Brown Swiss is more along the lines of a Holstein, size-wise, and as far as production, so that would be a more valid comparison. I like the idea of getting a Jersey and breeding it to an Angus for optimal meat and milk.
Family Milk Cow: The 5 Best Breeds For Beginners
2020年1月21日 · The top family milk cow breeds for the U.S. are Jersey, Brown Swiss, Milking Shorthorn, Ayrshire and Guernsey. Loads of nutrient dense milk, making your own cheeses, butter and yogurt-that’s an exciting prospect to any potential family cow buyer!
Comparison of the Dairy Breeds - Spirited Rose Homestead Dairy …
Grayish-brown in color (Called “brown” swiss, but most are much more “gray” in color). A large breed. Adult cows weigh an average of 1200 lb. and have the most bone of the dairy breeds.
*9 Brown Swiss vs Jersey and Holstein | Keeping A Family Cow
2009年6月10日 · Here is what I have heard and want to ask the experts here what they think! Brown swiss give a butter fat milk but produce more of it like a Holstein. They tolerate heat well and are gentle by nature. I can find Jersey and Holstein easy but the Brown Swiss are not easily found in Texas and are more costly!
Brown Swiss vs Jersey - Homesteading Forum
2008年1月25日 · If you're getting a calf, a Brown Swiss would probably be easier/healthier statistically. If you want one for the family milk cow, the jersey would probably be a more realistic quantity of milk and butterfat to be utilized as the family cow. …
An Ode to the Most Beloved Cow: Holstein, Jersey or Brown Swiss
2023年4月18日 · While each breed of cow has features to appreciate, these dairy farmers are sharing why they chose their respective breed (Holstein cow, Jersey cow or Brown Swiss cow), what sets their breed apart from the others and what they love about their herd.
Brown Swiss vs. Jersey/Gernsey | Keeping A Family Cow
2020年3月10日 · Brown Swiss are big, tall cows. Both could be good family cows- I would check out both and ask about temperment, calving history, how she is with milking, how easy she is to breed back, any mastitis or milk fever, production (its hard to judge between the two because genetics counts a lot), what they are being fed, etc. and see which meshes ...
Brown Swiss vs Jersey | Keeping A Family Cow
2012年11月25日 · Brown Swiss are less curious than Jersey, less likely to get into something she shouldn't but takes longer to adapt to changes. -Jenn. Comgratulations!
Brown Swiss vs Jersey : r/Cattle - Reddit
2024年5月4日 · I know Brown Swiss are higher producers, and we aren’t looking for high production. Pics of both attached. I’m partial toward the Brown Swiss (like the personality and we would be able to get better beef steers) but Jersey may be a better idea for us (lower milk production and more efficient producer)?