poultry, equine Questions with Complete Solutions
What are the major breeds of Dairy Cattle? Correct Answer-1.Brown
Swiss
2.Holstein
3.Guernsey
4.Milking Shorthorn
5. Jersey
6.Ayrshire
Definition of a Nutrient Correct Answer-Part of or found in feed-
essential to support life- same basic comp
6 types of Nutrients Correct Answer-carbohydrates, proteins, fats,
vitamins, minerals, and water
list the 3 states of Periparturient Period Correct Answer-1. Gestating,
non- lactating
2. Non-pregnant, lactating
3. Gestating, lactating
Far- off dry cows Correct Answer-60 to 21 days prepartum
Gain 0.5 lb/d
, Close- up dry cows Correct Answer-21 prepartum to calving
Lose last 5 days
Fresh Cows Correct Answer-Calving 3, 14, 21
Milk= 40
Lose 2 lb/d
Early Lactation Correct Answer-21 to 100 days
Milk= 95
Lose 1 lb/d
Mid Lacation Correct Answer-100 to 250 days
Milk= 70
Gain 1 lb/d
Tail Ends Correct Answer-200 to dry off
Milk= 50
Gain 1 lb/d
Dry Matter Intake Curve Correct Answer-Feed intake decreases 20-30%
Right before giving birth
Weight Loss Curve Correct Answer-should not loose more than 200 lb