The steady buying and selling activity in the Jersey breed is reflected in the 1997 statistics of 2614 transfers of ownership and 6019 registrations processed. Profitable Jerseys are available and can be found through the Canadian Jersey Breeder magazine. This publication features advertisements from reputable Jersey owners who have breeding stock for sale. A directory of Jersey Canada members is also available from the Jersey Canada office. The Jersey breed has a proven track record for integrity in providing good quality cattle.
Jerseys are decidedly different from other breeds in reproductive performance.
The differences begin early in life. Jersey heifers reach sexual maturity earlier than larger breed heifers. Many Jersey heifers are safely calved at 24 months or slightly younger. Jerseys had an industry leading first service conception or non-return rate in a recent Canadian study. Because Jerseys experience much less stress than average at calving, they get back in calf quickly and have shorter calving intervals .