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Get to Know
Our Dairy Cows
Hey Kids!
I'm a Dairy Cow
Just like dogs or horses, there are many different breeds of cows. A breed is a group of animals with a similar appearance and behavior. The two most recognized and well-known breeds of dairy cattle are the Holstein cow and the Jersey cow. Learn more about each type of cow below!
Facts About
Dairy Cows
Average number of cows in milking herd: 70 • Canada has 12,529 dairy farms with almost 1 million cows • Canadian dairy farmers sell an average of 7.31 billion litres of milk annually to processors • Three main processors process approximately 80% of the milk produced in Canada • There are approximately 450 milk processors in Canada • 700 kinds of cheese are made in Canada
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