1. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Identifying Major Breeds of Beef Cattle

2. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Horned Hereford (Bull) This breed originated in England. It is red with a white face. May have white on the neck, underline, legs, and tail switch. This breed originated in England. It is red with a white face. May have white on the neck, underline, legs, and tail switch.

3. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Polled Hereford (Bull) This breed was developed from the Horned Hereford. Same size, color, and temperament as the Horned Hereford, but this breed is polled. This breed was developed from the Horned Hereford. Same size, color, and temperament as the Horned Hereford, but this breed is polled.

4. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Polled Hereford (Heifer) This breed was developed from the Horned Hereford. Same size, color, and temperament as the Horned Hereford, but this breed is polled. This breed was developed from the Horned Hereford. Same size, color, and temperament as the Horned Hereford, but this breed is polled.

5. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Angus This breed originated in Scotland. It is solid black. This is a polled breed with a moderate frame. The most popular registered breed in the United States. This breed originated in Scotland. It is solid black. This is a polled breed with a moderate frame. The most popular registered breed in the United States.

6. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Angus (Bull) This breed originated in Scotland. It is solid black. This is a polled breed with a moderate frame. The most popular registered breed in the United States. This breed originated in Scotland. It is solid black. This is a polled breed with a moderate frame. The most popular registered breed in the United States.

7. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Angus (Cow) This breed originated in Scotland. It is solid black. This is a polled breed with a moderate frame. The most popular registered breed in the United States. This breed originated in Scotland. It is solid black. This is a polled breed with a moderate frame. The most popular registered breed in the United States.

8. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Red Angus (Cow and Calf) This breed was developed in Europe from the Black Angus. Has some Black Angus characteristics, but it is solid red. The red color makes it somewhat more heat tolerant. This breed was developed in Europe from the Black Angus. Has some Black Angus characteristics, but it is solid red. The red color makes it somewhat more heat tolerant.

9. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Red Angus (Bull) This breed was developed in Europe from the Black Angus. Has some Black Angus characteristics, but it is solid red. The red color makes it somewhat more heat tolerant. This breed was developed in Europe from the Black Angus. Has some Black Angus characteristics, but it is solid red. The red color makes it somewhat more heat tolerant.

10. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Shorthorn (Steer) This breed originated in northern England. It is red, white, or roan in color; it can be horned or polled. It was originally used for both milk and meat production. This breed originated in northern England. It is red, white, or roan in color; it can be horned or polled. It was originally used for both milk and meat production.

11. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Shorthorn (Bull) This breed originated in northern England. It is red, white, or roan in color; it can be horned or polled. It was originally used for both milk and meat production. This breed originated in northern England. It is red, white, or roan in color; it can be horned or polled. It was originally used for both milk and meat production.

12. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Simmental (Bull) This breed originated in Switzerland. Dominant colors for the breed are red and black, and they can be solid colored or have white on the face. Can be horned or polled. Originally used for milk and meat and as a draft animal. This breed originated in Switzerland. Dominant colors for the breed are red and black, and they can be solid colored or have white on the face. Can be horned or polled. Originally used for milk and meat and as a draft animal.

13. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Simmental (Heifer) This breed originated in Switzerland. Dominant colors for the breed are red and black, and they can be solid colored or have white on the face. Can be horned or polled. Originally used for milk and meat and as a draft animal. This breed originated in Switzerland. Dominant colors for the breed are red and black, and they can be solid colored or have white on the face. Can be horned or polled. Originally used for milk and meat and as a draft animal.

14. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Gelbvieh (Bull) This breed originated in Germany. Pronounced “gelb-fee.” It is a red-yellow color. The females are considered good milkers. This breed originated in Germany. Pronounced “gelb-fee.” It is a red-yellow color. The females are considered good milkers.

15. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Gelbvieh (Cow and Calf) This breed originated in Germany. Pronounced “gelb-fee.” It is a red-yellow color. The females are considered good milkers. This breed originated in Germany. Pronounced “gelb-fee.” It is a red-yellow color. The females are considered good milkers.

16. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Charolais (Bull) This breed originated in central France. White or off-white. Polled or horned. It is a large-framed, heavy-muscled breed. This breed originated in central France. White or off-white. Polled or horned. It is a large-framed, heavy-muscled breed.

17. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Charolais (Cow) This breed originated in central France. White or off-white. Polled or horned. It is a large-framed, heavy-muscled breed. This breed originated in central France. White or off-white. Polled or horned. It is a large-framed, heavy-muscled breed.

18. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Limousin (Bull) This breed was developed in France. It is light red, red-orange, or black. It can be polled or horned. Noted for carcass leanness and for having large loin areas. This breed was developed in France. It is light red, red-orange, or black. It can be polled or horned. Noted for carcass leanness and for having large loin areas.

19. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Limousin (Cow and Calf) This breed was developed in France. It is light red, red-orange, or black. It can be polled or horned. Noted for carcass leanness and for having large loin areas. This breed was developed in France. It is light red, red-orange, or black. It can be polled or horned. Noted for carcass leanness and for having large loin areas.

20. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Maine-Anjou (Bull) This breed originated in France. It is a dark cherry red or black, with some white spots. It can be polled or horned. It is a docile breed with good marbling in the meat. This breed originated in France. It is a dark cherry red or black, with some white spots. It can be polled or horned. It is a docile breed with good marbling in the meat.

21. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Maine-Anjou (Cow) This breed originated in France. It is a dark cherry red or black, with some white spots. It can be polled or horned. It is a docile breed with good marbling in the meat. This breed originated in France. It is a dark cherry red or black, with some white spots. It can be polled or horned. It is a docile breed with good marbling in the meat.

22. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Chianina (Bull) This horned breed originated in Italy The color is predominantly black, but variable. It is one of the oldest cattle breeds. Chianina are sometimes crossed with Angus (Chiangus), Hereford (Chiford), and Maine-Anjou (Chimaine). This horned breed originated in Italy The color is predominantly black, but variable. It is one of the oldest cattle breeds. Chianina are sometimes crossed with Angus (Chiangus), Hereford (Chiford), and Maine-Anjou (Chimaine).

23. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Chianina (Cow) This horned breed originated in Italy. The color is predominantly black, but variable. It is one of the oldest cattle breeds. Chianina are sometimes crossed with Angus (Chiangus), Hereford (Chiford), and Maine-Anjou (Chimaine). This horned breed originated in Italy. The color is predominantly black, but variable. It is one of the oldest cattle breeds. Chianina are sometimes crossed with Angus (Chiangus), Hereford (Chiford), and Maine-Anjou (Chimaine).

24. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Brahman (Bull) Developed in the Southwest U.S. from cattle from India. It is gray, red, or black; it is a Zebu type. Has an unpredictable temperament. Known for their exceptional hardiness. Developed in the Southwest U.S. from cattle from India. It is gray, red, or black; it is a Zebu type. Has an unpredictable temperament. Known for their exceptional hardiness.

25. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Brahman (Cow) Developed in the Southwest U.S. from cattle from India. It is gray, red, or black; it is a Zebu type. Has an unpredictable temperament. Known for their exceptional hardiness. Developed in the Southwest U.S. from cattle from India. It is gray, red, or black; it is a Zebu type. Has an unpredictable temperament. Known for their exceptional hardiness.

26. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Brangus (Bull) This breed was developed in the United States. It is a cross between the Angus and Brahman breeds. It is black in color. Polled and has the long ears and loose hide of the Zebu cattle. This breed was developed in the United States. It is a cross between the Angus and Brahman breeds. It is black in color. Polled and has the long ears and loose hide of the Zebu cattle.

27. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Brangus (Cow and Calf) This breed was developed in the United States. It is a cross between the Angus and Brahman breeds. It is black in color. Polled and has the long ears and loose hide of the Zebu cattle. This breed was developed in the United States. It is a cross between the Angus and Brahman breeds. It is black in color. Polled and has the long ears and loose hide of the Zebu cattle.

28. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Santa Gertrudis (Cow and Calves) This breed was developed in Texas at the King Ranch. It is a Brahman and Shorthorn blend. Deep red in color. It can be horned or polled. It is a hardy breed and adaptable to many environments. This breed was developed in Texas at the King Ranch. It is a Brahman and Shorthorn blend. Deep red in color. It can be horned or polled. It is a hardy breed and adaptable to many environments.

29. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Santa Gertrudis (Bull) This breed was developed in Texas at the King Ranch. It is a Brahman and Shorthorn blend. Deep red in color. It can be horned or polled. It is a hardy breed and adaptable to many environments. This breed was developed in Texas at the King Ranch. It is a Brahman and Shorthorn blend. Deep red in color. It can be horned or polled. It is a hardy breed and adaptable to many environments.

30. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Beefmaster (Bull) This breed was developed in south Texas. Cross between Hereford, Shorthorn, and Brahman cattle. Color varies; has no color standards, but is usually brownish-red or yellow with white. Hardy breed and the females are good milkers. This breed was developed in south Texas. Cross between Hereford, Shorthorn, and Brahman cattle. Color varies; has no color standards, but is usually brownish-red or yellow with white. Hardy breed and the females are good milkers.

31. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Beefmaster (Cow) This breed was developed in south Texas. Cross between Hereford, Shorthorn, and Brahman cattle. Color varies; has no color standards, but is usually brownish-red or yellow with white. Hardy breed and the females are good milkers. This breed was developed in south Texas. Cross between Hereford, Shorthorn, and Brahman cattle. Color varies; has no color standards, but is usually brownish-red or yellow with white. Hardy breed and the females are good milkers.

32. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Belgian Blue (Bull) Originated in Belgium and other countries in northern Europe. Roots can be traced to a crossing of Durham Shorthorns and Friesian cattle. Predominant colors are white, white with blue markings, white with black markings, blue roans, and blacks. Originated in Belgium and other countries in northern Europe. Roots can be traced to a crossing of Durham Shorthorns and Friesian cattle. Predominant colors are white, white with blue markings, white with black markings, blue roans, and blacks.

33. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Belgian Blue (Cow and Calf) Originated in Belgium and other countries in northern Europe. Roots can be traced to a crossing of Durham Shorthorns and Friesian cattle. Predominant colors are white, white with blue markings, white with black markings, blue roans, and blacks. Originated in Belgium and other countries in northern Europe. Roots can be traced to a crossing of Durham Shorthorns and Friesian cattle. Predominant colors are white, white with blue markings, white with black markings, blue roans, and blacks.

34. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Longhorn Well adapted to harsh environments. Once nearly extinct, they have experienced a comeback and are more popular than ever. Well adapted to harsh environments. Once nearly extinct, they have experienced a comeback and are more popular than ever.

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36. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Thanks to the following for allowing the use of their photos: American Hereford JournalDeRouchey Cattle Company, Pukwana, SD American Angus AssociationRed Angus Association of America American Shorthorn AssociationMoser Ranch, Wheaton, KS American Gelbvieh AssociationNorth American Limousin Foundation American-International Charolais AssociationACA-AJA American Brahman Breeders AssociationInternational Brangus Breeders Association Santa Gertrudis Breeders InternationalBeefmaster Breeders United American Belgian Blue BreedersBT Farm, Jennings, OK Texas Longhorn Breeders Association of America Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education

37. Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Ag Ed I Identifying the Major Breeds of Beef Cattle the end