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Beef Breeds

Charolais

  • Originated in France in the 16th and 17th centuries; came to U.S. in 1936 via Mexico
  • Characteristics
    • large
    • heavily muscled
    • white
  • Advantages
    • fast growth
    • lean
  • Disadvantages
    • dystocia
    • temperament
    • large frame prevents grading at 1000 lbs

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