Breeds of Beef
Differences among breeds Several breeds of beef in the world Vary in color, muscle, fat, horns, and many other traits
Angus Originated in Scotland All Black Naturally Hornless Notes of Interest Largest Beef Program in Us -- CAB hardy at birth
Red Angus Originated in US Red color was recessive in Angus Red calves bred and color stayed Same as Angus
Shorthorn Three Colors Red White Roan Comes from England First improved breed in US (X/ Longhorn)
Hereford Includes horned and polled From Herefordshire England Notable Characteristics Range Animal Good milkers
Brahman Bred in America Ancestors trace to 3 breeds in India Large hump and different horns Heat and disease resistance Folded skin Sweat glands
Beefmaster 1/2 Brahman 1/4 Hereford 1/4 Shorthorn Fits Southwest heat resistance heavy muscled good milkers range cattle
Brangus 3/8 Brahman 5/8 Angus Brings together good qualities of Angus with toughness of Brahman Makes higher quality beef
Simmental Originate in Sweden Used for meat, draft, milk Good mother breed Large framed and heavily muscled Can be all colors
Gelbvieh Originated in Germany Heavily muscled Good milker Large Framed Docile Solid colors from blond to black
Charolais Originated in France Solid white Large Framed Very Heavy Muscle Rapid growth
Limousin Originate in France Solid red Medium framed Medium muscled Bad temperament
Maine Anjou Originated in France Heavy muscle Good milkers Great for crossbreeding