Estimation of breeding and productive abilities of Ayrshire cattle population in the Krasnodar region for the period from 2010 to 2016

Abstract

On the basis of data on breed composition among cattle in Krasnodar region the experts of the State Budget-funded Institution of the Krasnodar Region “Kuban Agricultural Information and Consulting Centre” have conducted the estimation of Ayrshire cattle population in comparison with other breeds raised in the region. It has been revealed that milk yield of Ayrshire cows is slightly smaller than of other dairy cattle breeds, but at the same time they surpass the other breeds regarding milk quality indicators and fat content in particular. High protein content in milk of these cows makes them valuable producers of raw material for cheese industry. Alongside their productive abilities Ayrshire cattle are of good reproductive qualities, characterized by high calf crop percentage. The economic profitability of Ayrshire cows is also confirmed by their longevity.