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EPD's in Charolais bulls are numbers that tell of what genetics and characteristics that bull can pass on to his offspring. EPDs are based on a breed average when compared to other bulls of the same breed raised on the same feed in the same environment that are of the same age. Average is 0, whereas any number that is above average is a positive (+) number and any number that is below average is a negative (-) number. For instance, a Charolais bull (Bull A) that is considered to have good calving ease for his breeding and according to his birthweight, should have a negative value in the birthweight value and a positive value for calving ease. A Charolais bull (Bull B) that has good growth and high carcass characteristics should have a plus sign for weaning and yearling weights and carcass characteristics (marbling, rib-eye area, etc.). Bull A (one with good calving ease) is most likely to sire calves that are small at birthweight and easy for Charolais heifers to calve out. Bull B, on the other hand, will often be the opposite of Bull A because of the high weaning weights and excellent growth. Bull A is considered a maternal bull (siring calves best for raising for breeding), whereas Bull B is considered a terminal bull (sires calves intended for slaughter only).
Note: EPDs are not to be compared with other breeds, since the average for each breed is different.
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How can you get cows to have low birth weight calves?
Select for a more low birth-weight and higher calving-ease bull, and get rid of the bull that obviously lacks this trait. British bulls like Hereford, Angus and Shorthorn, in most cases, are ones that usually have the EPDs for low birth weights. You won't find that as much with Continental-type bulls like those of the breeds Simmental, Charolais or Maine Anjou, for instance.
Charolais what does it look like?
Charolais generally have a larger frame size, they are cream or white. However, there are breeders that have developed red and even black Charolais cattle. Bulls have distinct muscling throughout the neck, back and rump areas. They can be either horned or polled. Hair may have a little curl to it, especially in bulls.
What is the usual size of charolais cattle?
Over five to six feet tall and 1600 lbs for cows or at least 2300 lbs for bulls.
What is the average size of a charolais cow?
Charolais cows can get over 6 ft in height--some go to around 7 ft--and weigh around 1600 to 2300 lbs. Bulls are typically larger and heavier, topping at around 2600 to 2900 lbs.
What bulls do they use for bull riding?
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Do charolais have horns?
Yes, many Charolais are horned. Historically, all Charolais were horned. However, in today's world, there are more Charolais cattle that are polled, which is a term for being hornless.
Where did charolais cattle originate from?
Charolais originated in Charolles, France.
What are the nine main types of bulls based on the neck and head?
There are (as there are more than just 9 types of bulls): - Gomer bulls - Herd bulls - Yearling bulls - AI bulls - Purebred bulls - Commercial bulls - Crossbred bulls - Show bulls - Maternal bulls - Terminal bulls - Rotational bulls - Bull calves - Young bulls - Old bulls - Good bulls - Crappy bulls - etc., If you are looking for "types" as in "breeds," then the nine + most popular purebred bulls are (not necessarily in this order): - Angus - Hereford - Simmental - Brahman - Charolais - Limousin - Gelbvieh - Red Angus - Beefmaster - Brangus - Maine Anjou - Chianina
What are some different types of bulls?
There are a fair number of different types of bulls: - Mature bulls - Bull calves - Yearling bulls - Virgin bulls - Old bulls - Mean bulls - Heifer bulls - Big bulls - Small bulls - Weaned bull-calves - Young bulls - Herd bulls - [Insert breed here] bulls - Fighting bulls - Bad bulls - Good bulls The list goes on.
What is the history of the Charolais cow?
Charolais originated from Charolles, France. The first Charolais cow was shipped from Mexico to the US in 1934. In the late 40's early 50's breeder established the American Charolais breeders association. In 1957 the American and International association merged in the American International Charolais Association (ACIA).
How long is a charolais cattles lifespan?
The average lifespan of a charolais cow is around 15 years.
Simmental bull crossed with hereford bull is what?
Nothing, it is impossible to breed two bulls together. However, when either of these is a female the offspring would just be called a cross bred animal. A similar circumstance is when you cross a Hereford with a Charolais.
