Question

How frequently should an average cow freshen?

(a) Once every 24 months

(b) Once every 12 months

(c) Once every 20 months

(d) Only once in her lifetime

I have been asked this question during an internship interview.

My doubt stems from Diseases and Deficiency topic in section Cow Health of Dairy Engineering

Answer 1

Correct choice is (b) Once every 12 months

For explanation: Under perfect conditions, the cow has a calf every year. When the cow freshens for the first time and becomes part of the milking herd.