Two breeds used on the JHL and their strengths:
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| BRAUNVIEH |
ANGUS |
Continental (a pure breed)
Muscling Ability
Extreme Adaptability
Correct Structure
High Libido and Longetivity
High Marbling Ability
Moderate Size
Excellent Udders
Excellent Volume
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English (a pure breed)
Broad Genetic Selection
High Fertility
Mothering Ability
Energetic Calves
High Marbling Ability
Early Maturity
Commercial Marketability
EPD Data Base
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Each cow's progeny is studiously traced back to the cow for fertility, herd stay-ability and carcass traits. Our data indicates the following:
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| THE CROSSBREDS |
High Fertility
High Adaptability
Improved Structure & Soundness
Improved Volume
Improved Udders
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Improved Longetivity
Improved Marbling
Improved Muscling
Hybrid Vigor
Moderate Mature Size
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In carcass traits (marbling, rib-eye size, and backfat) the Braunvieh-sired have consistently out performed Angus-sired by 5%.
The yearly Great Western Beef Expo contest in Sterling, Colorado, consistently validates our findings and confirms the ability of the Braunvieh to develop superior carcasses with excellent efficiency.
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