Buyer question

How big do Jersey cattle get?

Our Animal Library lists the Jersey cattle at cows 800–1,200 lb (mature weight).

Source: the Jersey cattle page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Jersey cattle in the Animal Library

The detail

Jerseys come from the Isle of Jersey and give rich milk high in butterfat and protein. They are small, efficient and gentle as cows, which makes them the most common choice for a family milk cow.

What to weigh

Jerseys are prone to milk fever after calving and need careful mineral management. Jersey bulls have a reputation as some of the most aggressive of any breed.

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