The live weight of Holstein cows is approximately 750-800 kg. The height at the withers is 145-156 cm. Bulls can reach a live weight of 1000 kg. They can give 7000-11000 kg of milk. The average milk yield in lactation (305 days) is 8,000 kg per year. Their fat content is 3.5-4%. Their most productive period is the first 6 years.
Red Holstein
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Red Holstein
Its homeland is the Frisian region of the Netherlands. The Holstein province in Germany gave its name to this breed. Black and White Holsteins are a cultured breed of cattle that have been improved for dairying. The types of Holstein breeds found in the Netherlands have a meat-growing structure. However, the types in America are more dairy-growing.
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Pyhsical Characteristics
It is taller than all dairy breeds. The skin is thin and soft, and there are vertical folds in the neck. It has a strong bone structure. In Holstein cows, the udders are large, soft and well-formed. It is connected under the belly and upwards on the back.
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