Dehorning cows is supported by the European Union and European Council Directive. However, the directives are not similar in all countries. Some administer anesthesia before the procedure, but some countries … Read more
As recorded by the Department of Agriculture, 9.5 million cows are under the supervision of farmers in the US. California is in the number one spot because of its total milk … Read more
Farmers build structures to keep not just cattle, but horses and other livestock within their properties. Cattle guards are one of these measures. They first appeared in the intersections of … Read more
Buying beef cattle for profit can be a gratifying business. However, to make them profitable, you have to manage the various resources well, such as the land, feed, labor, and capital. … Read more
It’s possible to cook steak at home, especially if there’s a special occasion. But some may find it a challenge to choose a good steak. In restaurants, some menus mention … Read more
You may think that hair is for humans and fur is for animals. In reality, only some animals have fur as their coating only grows at certain points. How come … Read more
Cattle with shaggy hair and lean beef are the common traits of Scottish cattle. Surprisingly, a group of these sought-after cows is referred to as a ‘fold’ rather than a … Read more
Just like humans, cows need sufficient amounts of clean drinking water every day. Water is very essential in their body functions such as digestion, production, and lactation. Freshwater intake also … Read more
Cows are herbivorous mammals, which means that they eat plants. The grass is their favorite diet, but lots of farmers also give them some grains, corn silage, hay, and herbaceous … Read more
Cows are known for being surprisingly smart, docile, and very expressive. Aside from physical stress, these gentle giants also experience emotional stress. Just like humans, cows can also suffer and … Read more
