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Origin

100

Where did the Limousin originate?

What is France?

200

This breed was imported to the U.S. from Mexico in 1936. It is popular in crossbreeding programs 

What is Charolais?

300

This breed was developed in England-A polled line was later developed. Known to be hardy and tolerant to cold temperatures

What is Hereford?

400

The Shorthorn is known to be _____ because it can be used for both dairy and meat.

Dual Purpose

500

This breed got it's name because it is supposed to be a combination of the best breeds

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Breeds

100

What breed is all black and is the most popular cattle breed?

What is Angus?

200

This breed originated in Switzerland, known for rapid growth 

Simmental

300

What breed of cattle are from the southwest U.S. and are heat tolerant?

What is Brahman?

400

This breed was developed as a USDA Experiment starting in 1932

Brangus

500

This breed produces a lean carcass with a large loin.

What is Limousin?

Leading Nations/States

100

Missouri Ranks 1st in _____ production

Seedstock

200

United States rank ____ in beef population 

4th

300

Missouri ranks ___ in beef population and ____ in beef production cash receipts 

3rd & 9th

400

Cattle and Calves are Missouri's ____ leading commodity 

3rd

500

Which country is the leading exporter of beef?

Brazil

Terminology

100

Technical name for cattle

Bovine

200

Intact male bovine

Bull

300

Young female bovine that has not calved

Heifer

400

Castrated male bovine

Steer

500

What are the two main Subgenus of Bos discussed in class

Taurus & Indicus 

Misc.

100

What is the cutability of beef

63%

200

Location of point of balance 

At the shoulder

300

Beef is America's number ___ selling protein

1

400

What is the gestation length of a cow

283 Days

500

What are the 3 grazing systems in Missouri

Continuous, Simple Rotation, Intensive