German Holstein
(most common name in English)

(most common name):
• Deutsche Holstein Schwarzbunt
(transboundary/brand name):
• Holstein (black and white)
(local/other name):
• Holstein-Friesian
• German Black Pied (HF)

The German Holstein has been developed since the 1960s into a composite of local German breeds, Dutch breeds, and the Holstein (USA).

The German Black Pied (HF) had early development that was identical to the Dutch Friesian due to their close geographical proximity. During the 19th century, large numbers of Dutch-Friesian cattle were imported by Germany because they were better developed.

Starting in the 1960s, the German Black Pied was altered in stages using imported Holstein (USA) sires — making it an American Holstein × European Friesian.

HF = Holstein-Friesian

This page was last updated on: 2023-05-17

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