Beefmaster is a breed of cattle developed in the United States for beef production. They are known for their hardiness, fertility, and adaptability to various climates. Beefmasters typically have a mix of Brahman, Hereford, and Shorthorn genetics.
A mature Beefmaster cow will weigh between 1300-1500 lbs with bulls weighing almost 2000 lbs.
Beefmaster cattle can weigh between 1,100 to 1,600 pounds on average.
Beefmasters were originated in Falfurrias, Texas by a man named Tom Lasater. They were recognized as a breed by the Federation of Agriculture in 1954.
Beefmasters were originated in Falfurrias, Texas by a man named Tom Lasater. They were recognized as a breed by the Federation of Agriculture in 1954.
They are known as the "profit breed". Beefmaster cattle are 50% Brahman, 25% Hereford, and 25% milking shorthorn. They were developed to withstand high heat temperatures, and originated in Texas. They are dual purpose (they can be used for milk production or beef production), they have a great disposition, fertility rates, carcass weight, and a good carcass conformation.
Tough Southwest cattle are often referred to as "longhorns" due to their distinctively long and curved horns. These cattle are well-adapted to the harsh conditions of the Southwest region of the United States, known for their hardiness and resilience.
Texas Longhorns, Herefords, Red Angus, Brahmans or any other cattle that have Brahman-breeding in them like Beefmaster, Brangus, Droughtmaster, Simbrah, Braford, etc.
An average Beefmaster bull weighs between 1,800 to 2,200 pounds.
The natural lifespan for a cow is around 15 to 20 years.
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Brahman cattle can live over 15 years of age, often up to and over 20 years.