Livestock Judging

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What type of livestock breed is an Appaloosa?

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Equine

Front

An uncastrated male bovine is called a what?

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A Bull

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What does it mean if an animal is described as 'green'?

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It is lacking fat.

Front

Do you want your steer to be cow hocked?

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No

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What is a castrated male sheep or goat called?

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A Wether

Front

What is the primary purpose of livestock judging?

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To evaluate the quality and conformation of animals.

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What is a heifer?

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A young female bovine that has not yet had a calf.

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What is the difference between a cow and a heifer?

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A cow is a female bovine that has had at least one calf, while a heifer has not.

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What does 'conformation' refer to in livestock?

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The physical structure and appearance of an animal.

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What is the significance of muscle development in livestock?

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It affects the animal's market value and meat quality.