There is evidence that Jersey cows can eat higher amounts of forage without a reduction in milk production. Photo: US Jersey Cattle Association
Why has the number of Jersey cows risen in the US and Canada in recent years? It’s quite simple, according to those who know the breed. This “pretty little cow” offers much more than meets the eye. It’s a cow built for today’s industry. That’s how the former manager at Jersey Canada, Russell Gammon, describes this breed. Jerseys are more cost-effective than other breeds, consuming less feed to produce the same amount of milk. Being smaller, Jerseys also produce less manure. The mi
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