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Finnish cattle (also known as Suomenkarja, Suomalainen Karja, Finsk (Swedish), Finncattle) are a polled dairy breed found throughout Finland. The varieties include East Finnish (red and white), North Finnish (white) and West Finnish (red).
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The Finnish Ayrshire is a Finnish breed of dairy cattle. They are multi-coloured red and white. They derived from Scottish Ayrshire stock imported to Finland between about 1847 and 1923. It is the most numerous dairy breed of the country, constituting approximately 61% of the dairy herd.In the 1960s and 1970s Finnish Ayrshire semen was used to improve the dairy capabilities of the Ayrshire in the United Kingdom. They are bred for their milk. The average milk yield per lactation is 8571 kg, with 4.28% fat.Their conservation status was given as "not at risk" by the FAO in 2007 and by DAD-IS in 2021. Their conservation status was given as "not at risk" by the FAO in 2007 and by DAD-IS in 2021. | ||
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Fjall (also known as Swedish Mountain, Fjallko, Fjallras, and Swedish
Highland) are Swedish cattle raised for both milk and meat production. Their
history goes back to at least the Viking age and they were first recognized in
the late 19th century. They were introduced to Britain when the Vikings came
and descended into the British White breed, which now populate areas of Viking habitation such as East Anglia. They were also mentioned in 1296 AD. They
were nearly driven to extinction mainly in 1970-1980 mainly due to extensive
crossbreeding. However, the Swedish Mountain Breed Association was formed in
1995 and since then their total number has been increasing gradually. There
were estimated to be 1000 breeding cows in Sweden in 199
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Fleckvieh are Austria cattle raised for both milk and meat
production. They were developed in the 19th century from cross-breeding of
local stock with Simmental cattle that were imported from Switzerland in about
1830. They can be used for crossing with dairy or with meat cattle breeds. Currently they are available in many countries throughout the world. They are mainly available in Hungary, Switzerland, Spain, Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, Austria, Peru, Uruguay and Paraguay. Today there are about 41 million of them available throughout the world. Fleckvieh cattle are medium to large cattle and are red pied or solid red. They can be either horned or polled. The average height of the mature bulls is about 15 ... | ||
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Florida Cracker (also known as Florida Scrub or Cracker cow)rnare a beef cattle breed developed in Florida, US. They are mainly used for meatrnproduction and named for the Florida Cracker culture in which they were kept. ThernFlorida Cracker cattle are very closely related to Pineywoods cattle. Otherrnrelated cattle breeds include Corriente and Texas Longhorn cattle.Florida Cracker cattle are one of the rarest and oldestrnbreeds of cattle in the United States. They descended from Spanish stockrnimported to the continent in the sixteenth century. Combination of the new lawsrnabout free-foaming livestock and the introduction of larger meat cattle breedsrnled to the rapid decline of the Florida Cracker cattle after 1949. The breed isrn ... | ||
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French Simmental (also known as Eastern red pied or pie
rouge de l’est)are French cattle that originated from the Simmental cattle
breed from Switzerland. They are raised for both milk and meat production.
Simmental cattle were imported from Switzerland to France at the beginning of
the 20th century. The stud book for the breed was opened in 1930. The French
authorities tried to cross this breed with Montbeliard during the 1970s, but
Montbeliard’s breeders refused. The breed was also crossed with Fleckvieh and
Swiss Simmental cattle, and named French Simmental at that time. The French
Simmental cattle breed was first bred in Franche-Comte, but now they are found
in the Auvergne. Currently there are about 35,000 French Simmental cat
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In the 18th century, herds of small black-and-white cattle
were brought into northern Holland and Friesland from northern Jutland. They
were brought to replace cattle that had fallen victim to disease and flooding.
Those cattle were crossed with Dutch cattle and so were developed Friesian
Cattle. Both black-pied and red-pied Friesian Cattle were maintained separately until the establishment of the Netherlands herdbook in 1873 and the Friesland herdbook in 1879. Black-pied cattle were preferred, especially in the United States, which led to further segregation of red-pied animals. Today only small number of Red Friesian Cattle exists, in the Netherlands. During the 1970''s Holsteins were imported into the Neth ... | ||
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Fribourg Black and White cattle are a breed originating from the Fribourg region of Switzerland. They are a sub-type of the Swiss Black and White breed, which is one of the largest dairy cattle breeds in the world. Fribourg Black and White cattle are known for their high milk production and are often used for dairy production in Switzerland and other parts of the world. They have a large build, with a black and white coat pattern, and are characterized by their long, pendulous udders. Fribourg Black and White cattle are highly regarded for their ability to produce large quantities of high-quality milk, and are a popular choice for large-scale commercial dairy operations. However, they also have a reputation for being less hardy and adaptabl
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Fribourgeoise cattle, originating from the Fribourg region of Switzerland, are a distinguished subtype of the Swiss Brown breed renowned for their exceptional meat production. With a medium build and a brown coat, these cattle exhibit strong legs, well-developed muscling, and compact bodies.
Esteemed for their superb meat quality, Fribourgeoise cattle are favored for beef production in Switzerland and beyond. They excel in delivering high-quality cuts of beef, making them a preferred choice for medium to large-scale beef operations. However, their moderate milk production may render them less suitable for dairy purposes. Known for their adaptability and resilience, Fribourgeoise cattle thrive in various climates and ma ... | ||
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Fulani Sudanese cattle are a breed originating from the Sudanese region of West Africa. They are also known as the Shuwa cattle, and are a breed of cattle that is used primarily for meat production. Fulani Sudanese cattle are known for their large build and distinctive hump over their shoulders. They are also known for their ability to thrive in harsh environmental conditions, such as hot and dry climates, and for their resistance to diseases like tick-borne fever. The breed is considered important for its cultural and economic significance, as it is often used for meat production by local communities in the Sudanese region. Fulani Sudanese cattle are highly regarded for their ability to adapt to harsh environmental conditions and for their
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