Scientists find cow genome, unlock secrets to milk production

In a study published this week in the journal "Science," scientists reported that they have sequenced the DNA of the cow genome. The analysis has revealed many secrets to milk production and other aspects of cow biology.

One surprise finding is that the cow genome is surprisingly similar to the human genome. This suggests that many of the same genes that control human biology also control cow biology. For example, the researchers found a number of genes that are involved in milk production.

The researchers also found a number of genes that are involved in diseases that affect cows, such as bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE), or "mad cow disease." BSE is caused by a protein called prion, which can cause damage to the brain. The disease can be deadly to cows, and it has caused several outbreaks in Europe and North America over the past few decades.

The researchers say that the sequencing of the cow genome will help us to better understand how these diseases work and potentially develop new treatments for them.

Man saves cow from slaughter, adopts her as pet

When Nick Wood saw a cow being herded into a slaughterhouse in London, England, he knew he had to do something. The 22-year-old graphic designer quickly devised a plan to save the animal and bought her for £120 ($160).

Wood named the cow Daisy and has been caring for her ever since. He feeds her hay and straw, cleans her stall, and gives her plenty of love. "It might seem strange to some people, but she's like my best friend," Wood says. "I just can't let her go."

While Daisy is not technically a pet, she is considered a farm animal in Britain and is allowed to live out her life at Wood's home in Penge. Some people have criticized Wood for spending so much money on a cow, but he doesn't regret his decision one bit. "She's my best friend, and I'm happy to have her here," Wood says.

Cow creates traffic jam on Michigan highway

A cow managed to cause a traffic jam on a Michigan highway Wednesday.

The black and white cow was spotted wandering down the highway in Livingston County just after 8am.

Michigan State Police responded to the scene and attempted to corral the cow, but it continued to wander in and out of traffic.

The livestock created a five-car pile up as drivers unsuccessfully tried to avoid hitting the animal.

Authorities at last managed to get the cow into a trailer and hauled it away. There were no reports of injuries.

Holstein wins World's Ugliest Cow Contest

Livestock judges from around the world converged on the small town of Chillington, in the English countryside, to judge the World's Ugliest Cow Contest. The entries were all varied and strange - there was a cow with two heads, a cow with six legs, and even a cow that glowed in the dark! But in the end, the prize went to Holstein, a large black and white cow with a drooping face and lop-sided horns.

Holstein's owners, John and Jane Smith, were overjoyed with their win. "We're so proud of her," said Jane. "She's been through a lot over the years - people have always been cruel to her because she's not pretty. But now she's finally been recognized for her true beauty."

The Smiths say they are going to use the prize money to buy a new farmhouse and some land so that they can keep Holstein safe and happy for years to come.

Judge orders cow to be returned to pasture

A district judge in upstate New York has ordered a cow be returned to the pasture from which it was seized by animal control officials.

According to court documents, the cow was grazing in a public park when it was spotted by a city employee. The employee called animal control, who seized the cow and placed it in a local shelter.

The owner of the cow, identified in court documents as John Doe, filed a lawsuit seeking the return of his cow. In his lawsuit, Doe claimed that the city had no right to seize his cow and that the action violated his constitutional rights.

The city argued that the seizure was justified because the cow was trespassing on public property. The city also claimed that Doe had failed to comply with city ordinances regarding livestock grazing.

In her ruling, Judge Susan Eagan found that the city did not have grounds to seize the cow and ordered it be returned to Doe. Eagan ruled that the seizure violated Doe's constitutional rights to due process and unreasonable seizure.