Dexter Cattle originated in southern Ireland and became popular there for its ability to produce both milk and beef on limited acreage.
Dexter cattle offer a number of benefits.
Dexter cattle take up less space, cost less to raise, and are a dual purpose breed. These hardy cows are perfect for a small homestead.
Learn all about the Irish Dexter cattle pros and cons to decide if you'd like to bring this dual-purpose breed into your homestead.
The native home of the Dexter is in the Kerry region of southwestern Ireland where they were owned by small land holders.
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