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Agriculture · Q278

Animal Husbandry

Graduate and Post Graduate · Agriculture · question 278

Q278

Which of the following is a breed of cattle?

A.
Ayrshire
Answer
B.
Ghagus
C.
Kadakonath
D.
Scampi

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Ayrshire is a breed of cattle.
The Ayrshire is a Scottish breed of dairy cattle. It originates in and is named for, the county of Ayrshire in south-western Scotland. Ayrshires typically have red and white markings the red can range from a shade of orange to a dark brown.
The Ayrshire is a medium-sized breed. The average adult individual "should weigh over 1,200 lb (540 kg) at maturity. Their milk production can reach 20,000 lb (9,100 kg) or greater per annum.