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Dairy Cattle Breeds
In this 6 week course, we will dive into past, present and future of the 6 dairy cattle breeds of the United States. We will discuss their genetic traits like milk production, components, reproduction, and overall efficiency.
Class experience
US Grade 8 - 11
Beginner Level
There is no prior experience required for this fun class! If you love animals and are interested in learning more about cattle, then this class is for you. Don't worry if you join us late, because we focus on a different breed each week and I will be sharing the class materials with everyone so you can still learn about any breed that you missed. In this 6 week course, we will dive into past, present and future of the 6 dairy cattle breeds of the United States. We will discuss their genetic...
6 lessons//6 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Ayrshire and Milking ShorthornMy lesson will be about the Ayrshire and Milking Shorthorn breeds. We will look into the past present and future of these dairy cattle breeds. We will also look into the genetic traits that these breeds have to offer the dairy industry.Week 2Lesson 2Brown Swiss and GuernseyMy lesson will be about the Brown Swiss and Guernsey breeds. We will look into the past present and future of these dairy cattle breeds. We will also look into the genetic traits that these breeds have to offer the dairy industry.Week 3Lesson 3Holstein and JerseyMy lesson will be about the Holstein and Jersey breeds. We will look into the past present and future of these dairy cattle breeds. We will also look into the genetic traits that these breeds have to offer the dairy industry.Week 4Lesson 4Dairy Cattle JudgingMy lesson will be about dairy cattle judging. We will learn about the dairy cow and heifer score cards, judging strategy and how to develop a set of reasons.Week 5Lesson 5Dairy Cattle GeneticsMy lesson will be about dairy cattle genetics and bull selection. We will learn about EPDs and the various genetic traits that are beneficial to the dairy industry.Week 6Lesson 6Introduction to Dairy Cattle ManagementMy lesson will give students an insight to all aspects of dairy cattle management. We will look at the dairy cow life cycle and learn about calving, animal health, milk quality, nutrition and reproduction.
This class is taught in English.
Students will improve their knowledge of the six dairy cattle breeds in the United States. They will be able to defend their favorite breed of dairy cow with facts! They will learn about dairy cow and heifer judging and dairy genetics. They will also get a glimpse of dairy cattle management as that will be entire classes of it's own at a later date.
I have a Bachelors and Masters Degree in Animal Science and I have worked in the dairy industry for 15 years.
Homework Offered
There will be a few vocabulary worksheets due and each student will need to write a one page essay about which dairy cattle breed is their favorite and why.0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
Grades can be provided by request
Hello my name is Mrs. Robbins and my husband and I milk 100 Brown Swiss cows and have 100 brood cows majority of which are black angus. I love all thing agriculture and will be teaching topics like dairy cattle management, beef cattle management,...
Group Class
$18
weekly or $108 for 6 classes1x per week, 6 weeks
60 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-17
14-16 learners per class
