What is a Beefmaster Cow?

From an economical viewpoint this is the most important trait for selection. A heifer must breed as soon as possible and must suckle a calf every year under natural feeding conditions. If not, she must be culled immediately. Bulls must also be kept under the same circumstances and must have the ability and libido to perform and to mate with the cows.

Disposition

Good natured cattle tend to breed earlier, are easier and cheaper to handle and have a better growth rate. This will result in a higher income. This principle is believed to be valid under both natural and feedlot conditions.

Weights

Animals with a heavier mass and greater growth rate kept under the same circumstances as the others, are animals which will make the breeder a greater profit. Beefmasters have been subjected to performance testing for more than 50 years and it is still a prerequisite for breeding Beefmasters.

Conformation

Lasater claimed that condition is the result of functionality: Bulls must be well muscled, cows must be feminine and produce small calves at birth. Ease of calving is very important.

Hardiness

Hardy animals have the ability to stay healthy and productive under various farming and climatic conditions. This means smaller losses and higher profits.

Milk production

A cow must have enough milk to produce a weaner with a good body mass, despite the nutritional conditions under which the cow and calf were kept.

The Beefmaster breed was, and still is being bred and developed around these six essential requirements. The Beefmaster is currently the fastest growing breed in America. Throughout Beefmaster's history the aim has always been to produce meat. The best cattle produce a high quality meat at the lowest cost. The value of the Beefmaster bloodline is precious because it continuously produces more meat at a lower cost. They are selected for the fact that they are a profit making breed.

Elm Lake Beefmaster Cattle
971 Elm Lake Road
Riesel, Texas, 76682
254-875-2551
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