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More muscling reduces dark cutting
Exciting new research conducted at Western Australia’s Murdoch University by Peter McGilchrist and his colleagues has shown that increased muscling decreases the incidence of dark cutting.
This research is of significant value when the estimated cost of dark cutting carcases in Australia is around $35 million per year. “Dark cutting meat is dry to taste, spoils very quickly, has variable tenderness and is very dark in colour,” said Peter McGilchrist.
If muscling (EMA) is increased to an above average level (greater than 70cm2 for a 250kg carcase) the risk of dark cutting should be greatly minimised. “To achieve this, producers should utilise sires with an estimated breeding value (EBV) for EMA higher than the average,” Farm Online.
Hereford Prime was named Grand Champion Brand at this year's Steak of Origin final event. It seems that Hereford cattle are the best bet when it comes to achieving consistent unrivalled quality. Secure yourself a Hereford bull at this year's sale and be part of the breed that is leaping ahead. Congratulations Bowmont Wholesale Meats. Visit the Hereford Prime website
Hereford sired cattle more profitable
The value of cross breeding with a Hereford bull has been proven in a recent American research project, where Hereford sired cattle were US$30 per head more profitable.
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Super Hereford Sale at Beef Expo
posted by: gemma, 18th May, 2012 8:32am
Herefords had a super sale at Beef Expo on Tuesday with 100% clearance. 22 bulls were offered through the ring averaging an impressive $8413.64. There was excellent support for the sale particularly from stud breeders. The top price this year was $28 000, closely followed by $26 000. The bulls on offer were a credit to the entrants as the standard was very high this year.
Another stand out for Herefords this year was winning the Champion of Champions title. The bull from Fox Glacier was entered by Wayne and Maggie Williams, first time vendors at Beef Expo. The bull was later sold for $14 000.
This sale is a solid start to the Hereford bull selling season and may just well be the start of the whiteface resurgence in New Zealand that is now very evident in America.
Congratulations to Mike and Cath Cranstone the winners of the prestigious herd of excellence competition.
For full results visit the Beef Expo site by clicking here.
