Breeder
Cattle Northern Breeder cattle from the northern tropical areas for export are Bos Indicus breeds such as Brahman and Brahman Crossbreds, Brangus, Senepol, Santa Gertrudis and Droughtmaster. Bos Indicus cattle provide a leaner meat that is suitable for many of the Asian markets and are widely used in crossbreeding programmes with Bos Taurus (British and Continental) breeds including Limousin, Lowline and Simmental.
Breeds
Brahman, Brangus, Droughtmaster, Shorthorn, Senepol and Santa Gertrudis
Sex
Bulls
and Heifers
Weight
Ranges
150
to 650 kgs (can be higher depending
on Government approval)
Ages
8
to 24 months
Pedigrees
Pedigree certificates available from Breed Societies
Pregnancy
Status
Available
joined or unjoined (Veterinary
Pregnancy Certificate supplied)