Origin
Where did the Limousin originate?
What is France?
Missouri Ranks 1st in _____ production
Seedstock
Technical name for cattle
Bovine
What is the cutability of beef
63%
This breed was imported to the U.S. from Mexico in 1936. It is popular in crossbreeding programs
What is Charolais?
This breed originated in Switzerland, known for rapid growth
Simmental
United States rank ____ in beef population
4th
Intact male bovine
Bull
Location of point of balance
At the shoulder
This breed was developed in England-A polled line was later developed. Known to be hardy and tolerant to cold temperatures
What is Hereford?
Missouri ranks ___ in beef population and ____ in beef production cash receipts
3rd & 9th
Young female bovine that has not calved
Heifer
Beef is America's number ___ selling protein
1
The Shorthorn is known to be _____ because it can be used for both dairy and meat.
Dual Purpose
This breed was developed as a USDA Experiment starting in 1932
Brangus
Cattle and Calves are Missouri's ____ leading commodity
3rd
Castrated male bovine
Steer
What is the gestation length of a cow
283 Days
This breed got it's name because it is supposed to be a combination of the best breeds
BeefMaster
Which country is the leading exporter of beef?
Brazil
What are the two main Subgenus of Bos discussed in class
Taurus & Indicus
What are the 3 grazing systems in Missouri
Continuous, Simple Rotation, Intensive