Buyer question
How long do Jersey cattle live?
Our Animal Library gives the Jersey cattle a lifespan of 15–20 years.
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.
- Hardiness
- 3 out of 5 (Heat-tolerant dairy)
- Origin
- Isle of Jersey
- Best fit
- Family milk, small dairy
- Upkeep
- 4 out of 5 (Daily milking)
- Temperament
- Gentle cows, curious
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.