We keep Jersey cows, but we've been wanting to bring in some Normandy genes because of their reputation as doing well on a low-grain high grass diet, and better weight gain.
In March of 2009, we were fortunate to be able to get a Jersey-Normandy cross bull calf from a dairy in Athens, TX. He is 1/4 Normandee and 3/4 Jersey. Just about right.
Here he is on day 2, standing next to Daisy (our main Jersey):
Fast forward over 2 years. Here he is today:
He's a fine bull with a gentle disposition (nevertheless, nobody is allowed in the pasture with him!)
Well, he bred Daisy and I am pleased to show the new calf!
You can see that she got some of his attractive markings. We haven't named her yet and she's currently as wild as a deer, but we're working on her every day to get her tamed and calm. I think she'll make a fine addition to our herd!
