Beefmaster Cattle Characteristics
Beefmaster was developed by Tom Lasater, who ranched in South Texas and Colorado in the USA in 1948 through strategic crossbreeding of Brahman, Hereford, and Shorthorn.
The Beefmaster was called the “master of all beef breeds” because people considered it the best.
They are medium-framed in size.
Though the color isn’t a breeding priority, they are usually red.
The cows make excellent mothers have produce average milk yield.
Calves grow and mature fast and achieve the best weaning weights amongst the other breeds.
The excellent disposition of Beefmaster cattle makes them simple to handle.
They are highly adaptable and produced throughout South Africa.
Due to the superior quality of Beefmaster beef, there is a great demand from consumers and abattoirs.
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