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The document discusses crossbreeding Holstein-Friesian cattle with Jersey cattle. It notes that Holstein-Friesians have long been the dominant dairy breed but crossbreeding is increasing. Crossbreeding takes advantage of heterosis or hybrid vigor to improve traits like milk production and health. Data from over 25 years of crossbreeding in New Zealand and Australia shows that Holstein-Friesian x Jersey crosses require less feed and generate greater returns than purebred Holstein-Friesians. Crossbreds also p
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