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Did you know that there are more cows in Britain than there are people in Birmingham, Liverpool and Manchester put together?
Are dairy cows bred just to produce more milk?
No. Cow health, welfare and longevity have been a focus of the national breeding strategy for the past 10 years. Britain is acknowledged as a world leader in this area, with health and welfare traits prioritised over milk production.
Watch our video to find out more about common breeds of dairy cow.
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Dairy farmers get up at 5.30am every day
Caring for cows
Keeping cows healthy and happy are the top priorities for every
dairy farmer, and farmers take great pride in caring for their
cows.
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