The differences in production of Holstein Friesian and Holstein Friesian x Norwegian Red F1 crossbreeds

Benak, Stipo; Bobić, Tina; Bilandžija, Katarina; Stainer, Zvonimir; Aračić, Ana; Gregić, Maja; Eman, Domagoj; Gantner, Vesna

doi:10.15567/mljekarstvo.2020.0406

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“…Варто зазначити, що дочки плідників НЧМ породи були менш схильними до таких захворювань як: мастит (на 11,9 %), кетоз (на 0,5 %), затримка плаценти (на 4,8 %) та заворот сичуга (на 1,0 %). Втім, висока продуктивність 1/2Г1/2НЧМ може бути результатом прояву міжпородного гетерозису (Benak et al, 2020).…”

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Analysis of the influence of the Norwegian Red bull-sires with different breeding value on milk productivity, health, exterior and reproductive traits of daughters

Mykytiuk,

Bodnar,

Boiko

et al. 2023

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An analysis of the influence of breeding bulls of the Norwegian Red (NR) breeds with different breeding values (BV) on the milk productivity of daughters, their health, reproductive characteristics, udder characteristics, exterior, and indices of productive use. The study material was the data from the electronic catalog of breeding bulls of the NR breed as of April 4, 2023. The sample was formed from the data of only those breeders recommended for reproduction in 2023 by Geno SA. The animals were grouped according to the Total Merit Index (TMI). Breeding bulls with the highest TMI – 53-35 (n = 24) were assigned to the I group, to the II group – with an average TMI – 34-25 (n = 25), and to the III group – bulls with the lowest TMI – 24-10 (n = 22). As a result of the research, it was established that the most significant influence on the indices of productive use of daughters was observed in breeding bulls of the NR breed of the I group (High production index (HPI) – 118.13 % (Р < 0.001), Grazing index (GI) – 110.88 % (Р < 0.05)). According to the TMI index, bulls of the I and II groups prevailed over the sires of the III group, according to their improving effect, on such signs of milk productivity of daughters as milk yield (Р < 0.01), amount of milk fat (Р < 0.05; Р < 0.01) and protein (Р < 0.01; Р < 0.001) and milk productivity index (Р < 0.001 and Р < 0.01) in daughter cows. The greatest improving effect on the udder health of the daughter cows was observed in breeding bulls of the NR breed with TMI 53-35. Bull-sires of groups I and II reduced the number of somatic cells count in the milk of daughter cows by 15.58 and 9.16 %, and bulls of III – only by 3.82 %. Breeder bulls of groups I and III increased milking speed in daughter cows by 4.25 and 1.68 %, and breeders of group II decreased it by 1.96 %. However, the difference was significant only between groups I and II (P < 0.05). Studied breeding sires increased daughters' stature (height) in all groups. Group I sires had the most significant influence on daughters' stature – 114.88, and III group sires had the most minor influence – 102.00. However, the difference was significant between the I and II and I and III groups (Р < 0.05; Р < 0.001). Bull-sires of the I group of the NR breed increased the feet and legs index in daughter cows, as well as the foot angle by 7.58 and 7.38 %, II breeders by 3.48 and 2.48 %, and bulls III reduced these traits in daughters by 0.41 and 0.14 %. The difference between the I and III groups was significant (P < 0.05). Breeder bulls of the NR breed with TMI 53–35 were leaders in improving the udder index of daughters, as well as in reducing its udder depth, strengthening the fore udder attachment, increasing the rear udder width and rear udder height. Therefore, the most significant impact on most of the studied traits was observed in breeding bulls of the NR breed with the highest BV – TMI 53-35. The influence of sires with TMI 53-35 and 34-25 on daughters' milk production was almost the same and improving. However, in terms of the effect on the reproductive characteristics of daughter cows, no significant difference was found between all experimental groups of breeding bulls.

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Analysis of the influence of the Norwegian Red bull-sires with different breeding value on milk productivity, health, exterior and reproductive traits of daughters

Mykytiuk,

Bodnar,

Boiko

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Effect of Age at First Calving on the Reproduction Parameters, Metabolic Profile, and Fatty Acid Composition of Polish Holstein Friesian (PHF) and Crossbreds PHF × Swedish Red (SRB) Cattle

Solarczyk,

Gołębiewski,

Slósarz

et al. 2024

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Background: The high dairy production of Polish Holstein Friesian (PHF) cows determines high energy requirements in the early stages of lactation. Unfortunately, it is very often difficult to meet this demand through feedstuffs; therefore, homeostasis may be disturbed and metabolic diseases may occur, causing a majority of cows’ health problems. Breeders are, therefore, looking for alternatives to the PHF breed using crossbreeding. Methods: This experiment involved 30 PHF cows and 30 PHF × Swedish Red (SRB) crossbred hybrid cows, divided into two age groups, <2 years and >2 years, at first calving. Milk and blood samples were collected at 35 ± 5 days postpartum for analysis. Data on reproductive performance were also analyzed. Results: This study revealed lower milk production for the crossbreds hybrid (27.44 kg compared to 32.08 kg), with a higher basic composition content than PHF cows (fat: 3.97% compared to 3.83%, protein: 3.53% compared to 3.27%). The heifers of the crossbreds hybrid reached sexual maturity earlier but did not affect the lower age at first calving. Dividing the cows into age categories provided a more detailed perspective of the impact of genotypic differences on reproductive and metabolic profiles in PHF and PHF × SRB cattle. The findings highlight the importance of considering age-specific effects when assessing the performance and health of dairy cattle with diverse genotypes. Conclusions: The choice between PHF and PHF × SRB should depend on the specific goals and priorities of the cattle farming operation. Factors such as overall milk yield requirements, market demands, reproductive management strategies, and health considerations should be carefully evaluated to determine the most suitable breed for a given farming context.

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The differences in production of Holstein Friesian and Holstein Friesian x Norwegian Red F1 crossbreeds

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Analysis of the influence of the Norwegian Red bull-sires with different breeding value on milk productivity, health, exterior and reproductive traits of daughters

Analysis of the influence of the Norwegian Red bull-sires with different breeding value on milk productivity, health, exterior and reproductive traits of daughters

Effect of Age at First Calving on the Reproduction Parameters, Metabolic Profile, and Fatty Acid Composition of Polish Holstein Friesian (PHF) and Crossbreds PHF × Swedish Red (SRB) Cattle

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