Dairy Cow Judging Criteria

The video tutorial focuses on evaluating cow udders based on three main criteria: fore udder attachment, teat placement and size, and udder balance and texture. Each characteristic is assessed for its impact on milk quality and productivity. The ideal fore udder should integrate smoothly into the abdomen with visible mammary veins. Proper teat placement and size are crucial for effective milking machine attachment. Udder balance is evaluated by ensuring all teats hang at the same depth. Cow A is consistently shown as the more desirable example compared to Cow B. The video concludes with a call to explore more resources on livestock judging.

What are the three main topics covered in the video?

• Fore udder, teat placement, and udder balance and texture

• Milk production, cow health, and feeding

• Breeding, genetics, and dairy management

• Calf rearing, pasture management, and nutrition

What is the ideal characteristic of a fore udder attachment?

• Short and narrow

• Bulky and uneven

• Fades smoothly into the abdomen

• Basketball shape

Which cow displays a more desirable fore udder attachment?

• Cow A

• Cow B

• Both cows

• Neither cow

Why is teat placement important for milking?

• It affects the cow's walking ability

• It determines the cow's milk flavor

• It ensures proper connection of the milking machine

• It influences the cow's breeding potential

What is the ideal length for teats?

• Less than 1 inch

• More than 2 inches

• 1 to 1.5 inches

• 1.5 to 2 inches

Which cow has teats that are centered and of adequate length?

• Neither cow

• Both cows

• Cow B

• Cow A

What does udder balance and texture primarily focus on?

• Udder size

• Udder hair length

• Udder floor levelness

• Udder color

Which cow displays a level udder floor?

• Cow A

• Neither cow

• Cow B

• Both cows

What is considered undesirable in udder balance?

• A quarter of the udder higher or lower

• Evenly distributed udder weight

• All teats at the same depth

• Symmetrical udder shape

Where can viewers find more livestock judging videos?

• Veterinary clinic

• Alabama Cooperative Extension YouTube channel

• Dairy farm

• Local library