Ardrossan Ayrshires
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herd manager for the past 11
years, including the breeding work
and bulk of the herd mating
decisions.
“The Ayrshire is the smartest
breed of cow,” figures Mielke, who
has worked with four of the major
dairy breeds. “She’s real sensitive
and remembers people very well.
A lot of people say Ayrshires are
high strung. I say they’re more
alert.” '
Devoted care of these animals
begins with manager Chet
BiUhime, who quickly moves
newborn calves into the calf
nursery, or “Edgar’s Bam.” It
earned that name when Mr. Scott
had it built for his wife as a bir-
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