Holstein (cattle)

The Holstein, or Friesian as it is known in the UK, is a cattle breed used in dairy farming.

Holstein Cows

Developed in what is now The Netherlands, the Holstein (sometimes known as Friesian Holstein or Holstein Friesians) was imported to the United States of America in the 1860's and is the most common dairy cow around the world. Its main quality is its high volume of milk production without a severe decrease in milk fat percentage.

The primary color pattern for this breed is black and white, but a red and white variety, called "red holstein" is also maintained.

In late 2003 a cow of this breed was found to have Mad Cow Disease in the USA, but this disease in not limited to this breed and affects a variety of cattle and other animals.

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