A comparison of the performance of Holstein-Friesian and Norwegian Red dairy cattle on commercial dairy farms over five lactations

2009 ◽  
Vol 2009 ◽  
pp. 60-60
Author(s):  
C P Ferris ◽  
D C Patterson ◽  
D J Kilpatrick
Keyword(s):  
Dairy Cattle ◽  
Milk Production ◽  
Dairy Cow ◽  
Production Systems ◽  
Dairy Farms ◽  
Selection Programme ◽  
Holstein Friesian ◽  
Breeding Programmes ◽  
Low Incidence

Norway has adopted a multi-trait selection programme within its Norwegian Red (NR) dairy cow population for over thirty years, in contrast to breeding programmes with the Holstein-Friesian (HF) breed, which have, until recently, focused primarily on milk production. As a result, evidence from Norway suggests a dairy cow population with high levels of fertility and a relatively low incidence of mastitis. Consequently, there is considerable international interest in the NR breed as a means of overcoming some of the fertility, health and longevity problems that currently exist within the HF breed. To examine the potential of the NR breed, an experiment was established on 19 commercial dairy farms to compare the production, fertility and longevity of animals of the NR and HF breed across a range of production systems.

The effect of two levels of nutrient intake on milk production of two dairy cow genotypes

2002 ◽  
Vol 2002 ◽  
pp. 12-12 ◽  
Author(s):  
T.W.J. Keady ◽  
C.S. Mayne
Keyword(s):  
Dairy Cattle ◽  
Milk Production ◽  
Dairy Cow ◽  
Nutrient Intake ◽  
Selection Procedure ◽  
Nutrient Input ◽  
Selection Procedures ◽  
Grass Silage ◽  
Holstein Friesian ◽  
Breeding Programmes

Breeding goals differ for different breeds of dairy cattle. For example the breeding programmes for Holstein-Friesian (HF) animals have been based primarily on improved milk production with little emphasis on functional traits such as fertility. In contrast, Norwegian (NC) dairy cattle have been bred using a multi-trait selection procedure for 25 years. These differences in selection procedures for the two breeds may have major effects on overall herd output and profitability with the forage-based systems of milk production employed in Northern Ireland. The objective of the present paper is to present the effects of two levels of nutrient input on food intake and utilisation, and animal performance of the two breeds, with diets based on grass silage during the first and second lactation.

An investigation of the efficiency of nutrient utilization for milk production by Holstein and Norwegian breeds of dairy cattle

2002 ◽  
Vol 2002 ◽  
pp. 41-41
Author(s):  
R. E. Agnew ◽  
M. G. Porter ◽  
T. Yan ◽  
C. S. Mayne ◽  
T. W. J. Keady
Keyword(s):  
Northern Ireland ◽  
Dairy Cattle ◽  
Milk Production ◽  
Energy Requirement ◽  
Selection Procedure ◽  
Nutrient Utilization ◽  
Holstein Friesian ◽  
Breeding Programmes ◽  
Friesian Cattle ◽  
Norwegian Dairy

Holstein-Friesian cattle are the predominant breed of dairy cattle in Northern Ireland. Breeding programmes for the Holstein Friesian have focused on improved milk production with little emphasis on functional traits such as fertility or disease resistance. In contrast Norwegian dairy cattle have been bred via a multi-trait selection procedure and there is evidence that problems associated with disease and fertility have tended to decrease in recent years. It is important, however, to investigate possible differences in efficiency of food use and partitioning of nutrients between the two breeds which may offset the potential advantages of improvements in secondary characteristics. Consequently, the objectives of this experiment were firstly to investigate the effects of breed type on the efficiency of utilization and partitioning of nutrients for milk production and secondly to investigate if there are differences in the energy requirement for maintenance and the efficiency of utilization of ME for lactation (kl) between the two breeds.

The effect of stocking rate on the performance of two breeds of dairy cattle at pasture

2002 ◽  
Vol 2002 ◽  
pp. 43-43
Author(s):  
A.D. Crawford ◽  
C.S. Mayne
Keyword(s):  
Northern Ireland ◽  
Dairy Cattle ◽  
Milk Production ◽  
Dairy Cow ◽  
Stocking Rate ◽  
Holstein Friesian ◽  
Selection For ◽  
Breeding Goals ◽  
Norwegian Dairy

In Northern Ireland, grazed grass is the main diet offered to dairy cattle throughout the summer months. Whilst the Holstein-Friesian (HF) dairy cow is extremely efficient at converting grass into milk, there is evidence that the incidence of infertility in this breed is increasing (Mayne et al. 2001). This may reflect the fact that the breeding goals for the HF breed have been based primarily on selection for milk production with little emphasis for other traits such as fertility or health. In contrast, Norwegian dairy cattle (NC) have been selected using a multi trait index, with less emphasis on milk production and inclusion of other fertility and health traits. The overall objective of the present study was to evaluate the effect of varying stocking rate at pasture on performance of these two contrasting breeds.

scholarly journals Agroclimatic effects on milk production and sub-clinical mastitis prevalence in dairy cattle

2018 ◽  
Vol 43 (4) ◽  
pp. 373
Author(s):  
H. Susanty ◽  
B.P. Purwanto ◽  
M. Sudarwanto ◽  
A. Atabany
Keyword(s):  
Dairy Cattle ◽  
Milk Production ◽  
Dairy Farms ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Clinical Mastitis ◽  
Feed Consumption ◽  
Lactation Period ◽  
Climate Condition ◽  
Holstein Friesian ◽  
Small Holder

The present study was done to observe effect of agroclimate on milk production and prevalence of sub-clinical mastitis of local Holstein-Friesian dairy cattle in Indonesian small holder dairy farms. The research side were located in Region of <1000 masl and ≥1000 m above sea level (asl) in west Java. Data were obtained from 133 small holder dairy farms included 336 dairy cows in normal lactation period. Parameters observed were agro-climate condition, feed consumption, milk production and milk quality, and sub-clinical mastitis prevalence. Result sowed that THI at <1000 m asl had a range of 76.1-76.7 leads to mild heat stress, while THI at ≥1000 m asl had a range of 66.2 - 66.8 which makes comfort environment to the dairy cow. Differences in feed consumption (P<0.01), milk production and quality (P<0.05) were found among two altitude study location. Milk production at ≥1000 m asl was 2.3 kg higher than at <1000 m asl. The udder health status was also different, a 51% of total sample at <1000 masl was detected sub-clinical mastitis (SCM) as high criteria, while 42% samples that were collected at ≥1000 m asl detected sub-clinical mastitis as middle criteria. In conclusion, agro-climate condition (THI) affect animal’s comfort, milk production and sub-clinical mastitis prevalence.

A comparison of sole lesion development for Norwegian dairy cattle and Holstein Friesian dairy cattle on three different systems in lactation 1 and 2

2007 ◽  
Vol 2007 ◽  
pp. 99-99
Author(s):  
L.G. Baird ◽  
N.E. O’Connell ◽  
M.A. McCoy
Keyword(s):  
Dairy Cattle ◽  
Dairy Cow ◽  
Production Systems ◽  
Dairy Herds ◽  
Lesion Development ◽  
Holstein Friesian ◽  
Norwegian Dairy

Sole lesions and lameness are significant problems for dairy cow production and welfare. Producers are increasingly incorporating non-Holstein genetics into the make-up of dairy herds for a number of reasons, particularly to promote improved fertility and health. However, much of the evidence that alternative breeds improve hoof health characteristics is anecdotal. The aim of the present study was to assess the effects of Holstein Friesian (HF) and Norwegian dairy cattle (N) genotypes on lameness parameters in dairy cattle within different production systems.

Comparison of milk production, mastitis, lameness and days to conception of Brown Swiss, Holstein and Holstein cross Brown Swiss dairy cattle

2006 ◽  
Vol 2006 ◽  
pp. 86-86
Author(s):  
G Wellwood ◽  
J K Margerison
Keyword(s):  
Dairy Cattle ◽  
Somatic Cell ◽  
Milk Production ◽  
Milk Yield ◽  
Complex Disease ◽  
Economic Loss ◽  
Brown Swiss ◽  
Somatic Cell Counts ◽  
Cell Counts ◽  
Holstein Friesian

Mastitis is a complex disease causing inflammation of the udder, which has been estimated to cost the dairy farmer between £40-£117/cow per year (Stott et al., 2002). Economic loss occurs as a result of discarded milk, reduced milk yield and milk quality, increased vet costs and an increase in replacement costs. The objective of this study was to examine the effect of breed on the incidence of mastitis and somatic cell counts and milk production capabilities of Holstein Friesian, Brown Swiss and Brown Swiss crossbred cows.

scholarly journals A partial life cycle assessment approach to evaluate the energy intensity and related greenhouse gas emission in dairy farms

2013 ◽  
Vol 44 (2s) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lelia Murgia ◽  
Giuseppe Todde ◽  
Maria Caria ◽  
Antonio Pazzona
Keyword(s):  
Life Cycle Assessment ◽  
Life Cycle ◽  
Energy Consumption ◽  
Milk Production ◽  
Environmental Sustainability ◽  
Greenhouse Gas Emission ◽  
Production Systems ◽  
Dairy Farms ◽  
Dairy Farming ◽  
Feeding Management

Dairy farming is constantly evolving towards more intensive levels of mechanization and automation which demand more energy consumption and result in higher economic and environmental costs. The usage of fossil energy in agricultural processes contributes to climate change both with on-farm emissions from the combustion of fuels, and by off-farm emissions due to the use of grid power. As a consequence, a more efficient use of fossil resources together with an increased use of renewable energies can play a key role for the development of more sustainable production systems. The aims of this study were to evaluate the energy requirements (fuels and electricity) in dairy farms, define the distribution of the energy demands among the different farm operations, identify the critical point of the process and estimate the amount of CO2 associated with the energy consumption. The inventory of the energy uses has been outlined by a partial Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) approach, setting the system boundaries at the farm level, from cradle to farm gate. All the flows of materials and energy associated to milk production process, including crops cultivation for fodder production, were investigated in 20 dairy commercial farms over a period of one year. Self-produced energy from renewable sources was also accounted as it influence the overall balance of emissions. Data analysis was focused on the calculation of energy and environmental sustainability indicators (EUI, CO2-eq) referred to the functional units. The production of 1 kg of Fat and Protein Corrected Milk (FPCM) required on average 0.044 kWhel and 0.251 kWhth, corresponding to a total emission of 0.085 kg CO2-eq). The farm activities that contribute most to the electricity requirements were milk cooling, milking and slurry management, while feeding management and crop cultivation were the greatest diesel fuel consuming operation and the largest in terms of environmental impact of milk production (73% of energy CO2-eq emissions). The results of the study can assist in the development of dairy farming models based on a more efficient and profitable use of the energy resources.

A comparison of the Holstein Friesian and Norwegian cattle breeds for milk production at two levels of nutrient intake

2001 ◽  
Vol 2001 ◽  
pp. 38-38 ◽  
Author(s):  
T.W.J. Keady ◽  
A.D. Crawford ◽  
C.S. Mayne
Keyword(s):  
Food Intake ◽  
Milk Production ◽  
Selection Procedure ◽  
Dairy Herd ◽  
Animal Performance ◽  
Nutrient Inputs ◽  
Selection Procedures ◽  
Holstein Friesian ◽  
Nutrient Utilisation ◽  
Breeding Programmes

Breeding programmes for Holstein Friesian (HF) animals have been based on improved milk production with little emphasis on functional traits such as fertility. This has resulted in a rapid increase in milk production potential of the national dairy herd but unfortunately this has been at the expense of issues such as longevity, especially due to poor reproductive performance. In contrast Norwegian (NC) dairy cattle have been bred via a multi-trait selection procedure for 25 years and there is evidence that fertility has improved during that period. These differences in selection procedures for the two breeds may have major effects on overall herd output and profitability within the grass-based systems of milk production employed in Northern Ireland. The present study is part of an overall study comparing the effects of HF and NC genotypes on food intake, animal performance, nutrient utilisation, behaviour, health, fertility and longevity. The objective of the present paper is to present the effects of breed on food intake and utilisation, and animal performance when offered two levels of nutrient inputs based on grass silage-based diets.

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