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Angus
Hereford
Brahman
Simmental
Maine Anjou
Which breed is good for crossbreeding to increase size?
Charolais
Which breed is known for marbeling?
Angus
Which breed has a high cutability?
Limousin
Which is a dual purpose breed?
Shorthorn
Which breed is resistant to insects?
Brahman
Buy weanling or yearling calves from cow/calf operations and raise until they are ready to harvest
Feedlot
Produce purebred animals to provide quality breeding stock for cow/calf operations
Purebred
Focus is on production of calves, ideally each cow produces one calf per year.
Commercial Cow/Calf Operation
Feed high percentage of concentrates (grain) and lower amounts of roughage (hay) to increase rate of weight gain.
Feedlot
Calves are born each year and are raised til they are weaned and sent to the feedlot.
Commercial Cow/Calf
What is the most economical cut?
Chuck
What cut is most desirable for tenderness?
Short loin
What is the fat content of the round?
5-8%
What is flank steak used for?
Fajitas and beef jerky
What is the most common retail cut?
Brisket
Which type of production is more profitable?
Grain-fed beef production systems
What is NGS
Natural Grazing System
How many different breeds of cattle are produced in CA?
40
What 4 factors determine the yield grade of beef carcass?
1.External fat over the ribeye 2.Ribeye area 3.% kidney, pelvic and heart fat 4.Hot carcass weight
What % of greenhouse gas emissions are caused by animal agriculture?
3%
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What are the 8 quality grades for beef?
1.Prime 2.Choice 3.Select 4.Standard 5.Commercial 6.Utility 7.Cutter 8.Canner