CoffeeCow
Chillin' with the herd
Hey,
I frequent the goat section here, but we are interested in getting a couple of cows when we move. We are getting 40 acres, so room for a few cows is not a problem.
We want to have a milk cow for the family, as well as raise a few calves for beef, again just for our family of four. we want a smaller more gentle breed that produces good milk and good beef.
I have done a little research and I think we have it narrowed down to either Jerseys or Irish Dexters. (we have an Irish red white setter, so the dexters would fit the theme lol)
So, I would like to hear from someone that has experience with one or both breeds that can tell me first hand how the milk and beef is from each breed. as well as temperament and mothering abilities.
Thanks guys.
I frequent the goat section here, but we are interested in getting a couple of cows when we move. We are getting 40 acres, so room for a few cows is not a problem.
We want to have a milk cow for the family, as well as raise a few calves for beef, again just for our family of four. we want a smaller more gentle breed that produces good milk and good beef.
I have done a little research and I think we have it narrowed down to either Jerseys or Irish Dexters. (we have an Irish red white setter, so the dexters would fit the theme lol)
So, I would like to hear from someone that has experience with one or both breeds that can tell me first hand how the milk and beef is from each breed. as well as temperament and mothering abilities.
Thanks guys.