{"id":3255,"date":"2023-03-13T09:04:24","date_gmt":"2023-03-13T13:04:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/magazine.alumni.ncsu.edu\/?p=3255"},"modified":"2023-03-13T09:04:24","modified_gmt":"2023-03-13T13:04:24","slug":"cowabunga","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/magazine.ncsu.edu\/2023\/cowabunga\/","title":{"rendered":"Cowabunga!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"is-style-lead\">When the Animal Science Club and the Department of Animal Science purchased three Milking Shorthorns last year for NC&#160;State\u2019s herd of dairy cows, it was clearly a moo-mentous occasion. For starters, the cows\u2019 minders believe NC&#160;State is now the only university that can claim to have all seven major breeds of dairy cows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It was also the realization of a dream that Devan Pendry \u201914 has had since she was an undergraduate member of the Animal Science Club. \u201cWhen I was a student, we only had Holsteins and Jerseys,\u201d says Pendry, who now manages NC&#160;State\u2019s dairy herd while working toward a master\u2019s in animal science. \u201cI thought it would be cool to have more. It would be neat for the students.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are practical considerations, as well. It gives students a chance to work with different breeds, which may be useful in future jobs. Pendry also says it\u2019s important for the university to play a role in conserving various species, some of which are endangered. Finally, it provides opportunities for increased public awareness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<aside class=\"wp-block-ncst-sandwich-narrative with-image\"><div class=\"ncst-sandwich-narrative\"><div class=\"sandwich-narrative__image-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"844\" class=\"sandwich-narrative__image wp-image-3260\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine.ncsu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Holstein.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine.ncsu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Holstein.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/magazine.ncsu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Holstein-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magazine.ncsu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Holstein-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/magazine.ncsu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Holstein-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/div><div class=\"sandwich-narrative__text-container\"><h2 class=\"sandwich-narrative__heading\">Bovine Bios<\/h2>\n\n<p>A Quick Guide to NC&#160;State\u2019s Seven Breeds of Dairy Cows<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ncst-collapsible-more ncst-collapsible-more\"><div class=\"collapsible-more__collapsed-content-container collapse panel-collapse \" id=\"collapsible-more-0\" aria-labelledby=\"collapsible-more-heading-0\">\n<p><strong>Ayrshire:<\/strong> This Scottish breed is nicknamed the \u201cAristocrat\u201d due to its size and vigor, and is known for efficiently converting grass into milk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Brown Swiss:<\/strong> The oldest of the dairy breeds, the Brown Swiss has a wide range of coat colors and is a prolific breeder. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Guernsey:<\/strong> Their milk contains higher levels of beta carotene, giving it a nice golden color. Because of its richness, it is best used in cheese and ice cream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Holstein:<\/strong> The largest and most popular dairy breed in the world (it\u2019s originally from the Netherlands), Holsteins produce the most milk of any breed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Jersey:<\/strong> The smallest of the dairy breeds, the Jersey is popular on smaller farms. This breed is known for being mischievous and playful. Jerseys and Holsteins make up the bulk of NC&#160;State\u2019s herd.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Milking Shorthorn:<\/strong> Its milk is one of the best for cheese. Milking Shorthorns and Holsteins are Devan Pendry\u2019s favorite breeds. \u201cI like the personality of both breeds,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Red and White Holstein:<\/strong> This breed is familiar due to its red and white coloring, a sure hit with Wolfpack fans. <\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"collapsible-more__interaction-cta collapsed\" href=\"#collapsible-more-0\" id=\"collapsible-more-heading-0\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapsible-more-0\" aria-controls=\"collapsible-more-0\"><span class=\"collapsible-more__expansion-indicator\"><span class=\"ncst-plus-minus-toggle\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"collapsible-more__text\">Expand to read more<\/span><span class=\"collapsible-more__text-collapse\">Collapse<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/aside>\n\n\n\n<p>Pendry hopes to exhibit all seven breeds at the milking booth at the N.C. State Fair at some point. \u201cLet students and the public know there\u2019s more than just Holsteins and Jerseys, as wonderful as they are,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>NC&#160;State has about 350 dairy cattle in its herd, all of them with unique names. Dairy farmers sometimes give calves names that link them to their mothers\u2009\u2014\u2009a cow named \u201cWaffles,\u201d for instance, has a calf named \u201cStrudel.\u201d NC&#160;State\u2019s herd also includes a Jersey named \u201cTuffy\u201d and a Holstein named \u201cFinley.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false,"raw":"<!-- wp:ncst\/dynamic-header -->\n<!-- wp:ncst\/default-immersive-post-header \/-->\n<!-- \/wp:ncst\/dynamic-header -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph {\"className\":\"is-style-lead\"} -->\n<p class=\"is-style-lead\">When the Animal Science Club and the Department of Animal Science purchased three Milking Shorthorns last year for NC State\u2019s herd of dairy cows, it was clearly a moo-mentous occasion. For starters, the cows\u2019 minders believe NC State is now the only university that can claim to have all seven major breeds of dairy cows.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It was also the realization of a dream that Devan Pendry \u201914 has had since she was an undergraduate member of the Animal Science Club. \u201cWhen I was a student, we only had Holsteins and Jerseys,\u201d says Pendry, who now manages NC State\u2019s dairy herd while working toward a master\u2019s in animal science. \u201cI thought it would be cool to have more. It would be neat for the students.\u201d<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>There are practical considerations, as well. It gives students a chance to work with different breeds, which may be useful in future jobs. Pendry also says it\u2019s important for the university to play a role in conserving various species, some of which are endangered. Finally, it provides opportunities for increased public awareness.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:ncst\/sandwich-narrative {\"heading\":\"Bovine Bios\",\"imageID\":3260,\"imageURL\":\"https:\/\/magazine.ncsu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Holstein.jpg\",\"imageAlt\":\"\"} -->\n<aside class=\"wp-block-ncst-sandwich-narrative with-image\"><div class=\"ncst-sandwich-narrative\"><div class=\"sandwich-narrative__image-container\"><img class=\"sandwich-narrative__image wp-image-3260\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine.ncsu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Holstein.jpg\" \/><\/div><div class=\"sandwich-narrative__text-container\"><h2 class=\"sandwich-narrative__heading\">Bovine Bios<\/h2><!-- wp:ncst\/text-heading-section -->\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A Quick Guide to NC State\u2019s Seven Breeds of Dairy Cows<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n<!-- \/wp:ncst\/text-heading-section -->\n\n<!-- wp:ncst\/collapsible-more {\"instanceID\":0} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-ncst-collapsible-more ncst-collapsible-more\"><div class=\"collapsible-more__collapsed-content-container collapse panel-collapse \" id=\"collapsible-more-0\" aria-labelledby=\"collapsible-more-heading-0\"><!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Ayrshire:<\/strong> This Scottish breed is nicknamed the \u201cAristocrat\u201d due to its size and vigor, and is known for efficiently converting grass into milk.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Brown Swiss:<\/strong> The oldest of the dairy breeds, the Brown Swiss has a wide range of coat colors and is a prolific breeder. <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Guernsey:<\/strong> Their milk contains higher levels of beta carotene, giving it a nice golden color. Because of its richness, it is best used in cheese and ice cream.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Holstein:<\/strong> The largest and most popular dairy breed in the world (it\u2019s originally from the Netherlands), Holsteins produce the most milk of any breed.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Jersey:<\/strong> The smallest of the dairy breeds, the Jersey is popular on smaller farms. This breed is known for being mischievous and playful. Jerseys and Holsteins make up the bulk of NC State\u2019s herd.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Milking Shorthorn:<\/strong> Its milk is one of the best for cheese. Milking Shorthorns and Holsteins are Devan Pendry\u2019s favorite breeds. \u201cI like the personality of both breeds,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Red and White Holstein:<\/strong> This breed is familiar due to its red and white coloring, a sure hit with Wolfpack fans. <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/div><a class=\"collapsible-more__interaction-cta collapsed\" href=\"#collapsible-more-0\" id=\"collapsible-more-heading-0\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapsible-more-0\" aria-controls=\"collapsible-more-0\"><span class=\"collapsible-more__expansion-indicator\"><span class=\"ncst-plus-minus-toggle\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"collapsible-more__text\">Expand to read more<\/span><span class=\"collapsible-more__text-collapse\">Collapse<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:ncst\/collapsible-more --><\/div><\/div><\/aside>\n<!-- \/wp:ncst\/sandwich-narrative -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Pendry hopes to exhibit all seven breeds at the milking booth at the N.C. State Fair at some point. \u201cLet students and the public know there\u2019s more than just Holsteins and Jerseys, as wonderful as they are,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>NC State has about 350 dairy cattle in its herd, all of them with unique names. 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