Body Parts
What is the top point of the head called?
Poll
Which breed of cattle has a solid frame, is solid white and know for their fast growth rates? Hint* French breed
Charolais – French Breed
What are four pieces of equipment used to fit a steer?
Adhesive, scotch comb, flathead clippers, sheep head clippers, spray bottle, blower
What are the names of three retail cuts of beef?
Round steak, rib eye roast, arm pot roast, t-bone steak, skirt steak, brisket, sirloin steak, short ribs, back ribs, chuck eye roast
What is the first milk given by a female following delivery of her calf, which is high in antibodies that protect the calf from invading microorganisms?
Colostrum
What is the middle joint of the rear leg of a calf called?
hock
The breed of cattle which originated in Scotland, having no horns and is mainly black in color, but can be red is what
Angus
In what class would a judge ask you about the pedigree of your animal?
Showmanship
What is parturition?
Giving birth
Where are the pin bones located?
Bone by Tailhead
What cattle breed was developed in Scotland’s cold, rocky, harsh environment and it’s most important traits are small frame size, calving ease, and cold weather tolerance?
Highland
What are the first cuts that a beef carcass is broken into?
Primal Cuts
Name 3 of the five basic nutrients
Protein, energy, minerals, vitamins, water
Where is the loin muscle?
From the last rib to the start of the hip
Why is marbling important to a piece of meat?
Important for flavor and it influences juiciness
What is culling?
Removing an animal from a herd due to poor production, type, or health
What is the area where front legs meet along the top line
Point of shoulder
How does feed move through a ruminant’s digestive system? (7 parts/steps)
Esophagus, Rumen, Reticulum, Omasum and Abomasum then small intestines, large intestines