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The word Bos is the genus name for cattle also known as _____.
bovine
Heifer kept as breeding stock
cow
A _____ operation is the first phase of production.
purebred
Certified _____ beef has increased the visibility of the black breed.
Angus
Many colleges use Limousin cattle in their beef _____ programs
research
Uncastrated male in cattle
bull
The offspring of two breeds is considered a _____
crossbred
A mixture of colors is referred to as _____.
roan
Breed that originated in England that has a red color with a white face
Hereford
Breed that is characterized by the large hump over their shoulders, droopy ears, sloped rump, and loose skin
Brahman
A newborn beef animal is a _____.
calf
The Brahman is known for its _____ tolerance.
heat
castrated male in cattle
steer
Breed that was often called a Durham
Shorthorn
Breed developed to combine desirable characteristics of the Angus and Brahman
Brangus
Remove the testicles of a beef animal
castrate
Young, immature female in cattle
heifer
Before refrigeration, cattle were often moved by cattle _____.
drives
Dual-purpose breed that originated in France
Charlois
An important part on a beef animal for meat production is the _____.
loin
A breed formed from two or more established breeds is a _____ breed.
composite
Breeds that do not have horns are referred to as _____.
polled
Consumers have developed a desire for _____ beef.
The Maine Anjou is a _____ breed.
docile
The _____ purchases weaned calves from a cow-calf operation
stocker