Slides 5 Dairy Introduction Fall24 - 6 slides

Dairy Cattle

Cattle raised primarily for milk production.

Gregarious

Social animals that prefer to be in groups.

Dairy Cattle

Cattle raised primarily for milk production.

Gregarious

Social animals that prefer to be in groups.

Heat Stress

A condition that reduces feed intake and milk yield in cows due to high temperatures.

Flight Zone

The critical distance between a handler and animal that causes the animal to move away.

Normal Cow Behavior

Behaviors indicating a cow's well-being such as alertness, grooming, and chewing cud.

Lactating Cows

Female cows that are currently producing milk.

Freestall Barn

A type of dairy facility where cows can move freely, designed for comfort and efficiency.

Overcrowding

A condition that negatively affects the well-being of cows by limiting space for social interactions.

Non-Ambulatory Animals

Animals that are too weak to stand and should not be transported.

Calves

Young bovines that are still dependent on milk.

Manure Management

The process of handling cow waste to reduce environmental impact.

Colostrum

The first milk produced by a cow after giving birth, rich in antibodies.

Comfort Zone

The temperature range (20 to 70°F) where cows are most comfortable.

Intensive Production Systems

Dairy farming practices that involve confinement and specialized structures for housing cattle.

Animal Handling

The practice of managing farm animals in a calm and predictable manner.