A good standard Jersey sold as a family milk cow may cost anywhere between $1,800 to $3,500 and upwards, a registered beef heifer from $1,800 to several thousand. Prices are subject to availability and the current market. Our Miniature cows can average between $1,500 to $6,500 depending on the size, markings, and color. They do all this on pasture feed and have an average dressed weight of 50 to 60 percent. Beef Animalsīeef animals mature in 18 to 24 months with a high carcass yield of top-quality lean meat at choice or better grade. ![]() Perfect for making butter, cheese and ice cream. The Irish Jerseys are great companion animals and do well keeping other farm animals company with out breaking the bank. ![]() The Irish Jersey’s cream yields are up to one quart or more per gallon, with a butterfat content of 4.3 to 5.5 percent or more. ![]() The Irish Jersey is the only dual purpose mini giving high quality beef and an animal that will produce 1.5 to 4 gallons of rich milk per day. The Irish Jersey is the best of all three, economically turning forage into rich milk and quality beef. Most miniatures are bred for their beef qualities, a few breeds for milk, and then some for their small pet quality. There are many different breeds of miniatures. The cows have a strong bond with the calves and will often accept a second calf. We do a lot of winter calving and cows will calf outside and bring the calves inside in the morning. The cows have a high fertility rate and drop calves in the field without difficulty. In winter we have the cows in sheep fence (mainly because of the heavy snow). We use a one strand electric fence on our pastures in spring, summer, and fall. There is no need for super strong fences and heavy equipment to handle them.
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