dairy breed

Cattle for milk

A dairy breed is a type of cattle bred primarily for milk production rather than meat.

Holsteins, Jerseys, and Guernseys are common dairy breeds, selected over generations for high milk yield, udder quality, and efficient conversion of feed to milk.

She raised purebred Jerseys and other dairy breeds on her family farm.

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primary agricultural purpose

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Livestock raised for meat

Angus · Hereford

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Traditional livestock variety preserved

Shorthorn · landrace

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