Tolerant to hotter temperatures while maintaining a high quality carcass
Red Angus
Oldest and most widely distributed beef breed in the US
Simmental
Breed originated in Switzerland and weighs up to 1400 lbs
Brown Swiss
Dual purpose breed-can be used for both meat or milk, color ranges from red to white
Milking Shorthorn
Smallest of the dairy breeds, with milk that has high butterfat content
Jersey
Beef breed originated in England, known for their docile temperament
Hereford
Nicknamed the Royal Breed-milk has gold tint due to high levels of beta-carotene
Guernsey
Originated in India, can withstand extreme heat and humidity
Brahman
Made a large impact on the beef industry because of their heavy muscle and large body frame
Charolais
Most common breed of beef cattle with the highest quality carcass
Black Angus
Greatest average milk producers in the US, can weigh up to 1500 lbs
Holstein