About Jersey Cattle (Classic Reprint): The Butter Breed: The Butter Breed (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Discover the Jersey cow, renowned for rich milk and efficient dairy production. This concise guide introduces the breed and its best uses for beginners and curious readers alike.

The book offers a clear introduction to the Jersey cattle breed, focusing on what makes these cows special for butter and dairy work. It covers the breed’s origins on the Island of Jersey, the climate, farming practices, and the careful selection that has shaped their famous dairy form. You’ll learn how a small-island environment and hands-on breeding have created cows that are docile, productive, and well suited for high-quality milk and butter output. The text also explains how breeders observe, test, and record performance to improve the breed over time.

Alongside historical context, the guide describes practical care and feeding routines, calving schedules, and the balance between productivity and cost. It touches on the role of public testing and herd books in recognizing top animals and maintaining breed standards. The emphasis is on providing concise, usable information for newcomers who want a solid understanding of Jersey cattle and their dairy value.

• Origins and distinctive traits of the Jersey breed and why they matter for butter production


• How Jersey climate, farming practices, and island history shaped the breed’s dairy conformation


• Practical care, feeding, calving, and management strategies for dairy cows


• The role of tests, records, and herd books in tracking quality and guiding breeding

Ideal for readers new to dairy cattle, homeowners considering small-scale farming, or anyone interested in the history and value of the Jersey breed.

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