Via artificial insemination, they were incorporated into American cattle in the 1970s for their strong birthing and mothering qualities. Hereford –Hereford Cows can be found worldwide in a variety of climates, which makes them a popular breed. They are, after all, a highly adaptable breed of...
While Ayrshires have been replaced on commercial dairy farms -- as have most other dairy breeds -- by the ubiquitous Holstein, these cattle remain productive grazers. The ABA notes that with the modern dairy industry's focus on grazing, the breed is reviving because of the efficiency of their...
For more information about the area, visit our Local and Area Attractions pages! Hereford Cattle Although no one is exactly sure where the Hereford breed of cattle actually began, it is generally accepted that it descended from the small red cattle of Roman Briton and a large Welsh breed once...
British breeds, such as Hereford, Angus, and Shorthorn, mature at 500 to 900 kg (1,000 to 2,000 lb) In the United States, the average weight of beef cattle has steadily increased, especially since the 1970s, requiring the building of new slaughterhouses able to handle larger carcasses....
Brahman, any of several varieties of cattle originating in India and crossbred in the United States with improved beef brands, producing the hardy beef animal known as the American Brahman.
Brahman, any of several varieties of cattle originating in India and crossbred in the United States with improved beef brands, producing the hardy beef animal known as the American Brahman.
The concentration of communications along the valleys has forged links with England, especially with the market towns of Shrewsbury and Hereford downstream. In the eastern part of the county few people speak Welsh, but along its western edge most people speak the language. The main elements in ...
Cattle are domesticated bovine farm animals that are raised for their meat, milk, or hides or for draft purposes. The animals most often included under the term are the Western or European domesticated cattle as well as the Indian and African domesticate
Its own grazing lands became famed for Hereford herds and wealthy cattle barons. Peopled by gunmen, gamblers, and transients, Cheyenne developed a low reputation during the days of the Vigilantes and the war between cattlemen and sheepmen. The city is now a trade and distribution centre for ...
The meat of adult cows is known asbeef; meat from calves (typically slaughtered at three months of age) is known asveal. Beef cattle, such as the commonHerefordand Aberdeen-Angus breeds, have been bred to producemuscle, not milk, and tend to be much heftier than dairy cows. Breeds of ...