Holstein Friesland
(local/other name)

(most common name):
• Holstein
(transboundary/brand name):
• Holstein (black and white)
(local/other name):
• Friesland
• Holstein Friesian
local/other name (Afrikaans):
• Fries

The Holstein Friesland began with Dutch Black Pied Friesian cattle arriving in South Africa in 1854. A Friesland herdbook was established in 1902.

The Friesland was a pure Friesian breed until the Canadian Holstein arrived in 1963 — causing a mix in the population and resulting in the Holstein Friesland.

The Holstein Friesland is a single-purpose dairy breed and accounts for the majority of dairy herds in South Africa.

This page was last updated on: 2023-05-31

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