The Holstein Association offers dairy cattle identification, genetic evaluation, type evaluation, mating programs and inbreeding management programs to improve dairy herd management.
Holstein (/ ˈhoʊlstaɪn /; German: [ˈhɔlʃtaɪn] ⓘ; Northern Low Saxon: Holsteen; Danish: Holsten; Latin: Holsatia) is the region between the rivers Elbe and Eider. It is the southern half of Schleswig-Holstein, the northernmost state of Germany.
Holstein-Friesian is a breed of large black-and-white dairy cattle that originated in Europe and is one of the most common cattle breeds worldwide.
Holstein cattle, officially known as Holstein-Friesian, are a breed originally developed in the Netherlands. Easily identifiable by their iconic black-and-white color patterns, Holsteins are the leading dairy cattle breed worldwide, known primarily for their unmatched milk production.
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The Holstein cow originated in Europe. The major historical development of this breed occurred in what is now the Netherlands and more specifically in the two northern provinces of North Holland and Friesland which lay on either side of the Zuider Zee.
The Holstein breed originated in Europe. The major historical developement of this breed occured about 2000 years ago in what is now the Netherlands and more specifically in the two northern provices of North Holland and Friesland which lay on either side of the Zuider Zee.
Holstein cows are instantly recognizable due on their distinctive color markings and they're also known for their outstanding milk production.