Vinfarm is starting its dairy unit with Ayrshire and Friesian cows: zero-grazing, home-grown fodder and clean milk, at Vinfarm Solutions, Turbo, Eldoret.
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IllustrationA medium-sized, red-brown and white dairy cow, strong on its legs with a well-shaped udder. Known for hardiness: it copes well with less perfect conditions and still gives a good yield.
IllustrationThe large black and white Friesian gives the most milk of any breed when it gets plenty of good fodder, dairy meal, minerals and water and a clean, comfortable house.
Average milk per day with good feeding and management. Jersey is shown for comparison; Vinfarm keeps Ayrshire and Friesian.
| Breed | Average milk production / day | Main characteristics |
|---|---|---|
| Friesian | 20 – 35 litres | High milk production |
| Ayrshire | 15 – 25 litres | Hardy, good milk yield |
| Jersey | 12 – 20 litres | High butterfat content |
Yields depend on feeding, health and management. A well-fed cow of any breed gives far more than a poorly fed one.
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IllustrationThe pictures on this page are illustrations of the breeds. Photos of our own Ayrshire and Friesian cows will be added as our dairy unit grows.
We are starting our dairy unit with Ayrshire and Friesian cows.
With good feeding and management: Friesian about 20 - 35 litres a day, Ayrshire about 15 - 25 litres and Jersey about 12 - 20 litres.
The one your fodder can feed. Friesians need the most feed and the best housing; Ayrshires are hardy with a good milk yield; Jerseys are small, eat less and give milk with high butterfat.
Yes, through Vinfarm Academy: zero-grazing, fodder, feeding and record keeping. Book a farm visit or training on WhatsApp +254 720 336 363.
Talk to Vinfarm about dairy cows, fodder and training.