Beef Breeds... from 9/28

There are over 250 beef breeds recognized in the world. 80 in the US

Most Annual Registrations
Angus 283,000
Herfs
Limis
Chars
Simmis
Red Angus
Beefmaster
Gelbs
Brangus
Shorties
Brahmas
Santa Gerts

Angus
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Black and Polled, most popular in the US, used for good mothering skills and meat production.

Herefords - imported in 1742 - Easy keeping and longevity - more moderate frame and high marbling - 250px-Hereford_bull_large.jpg

Limousin - French - imported 1969 via canada - very meaty, awesome growth rate and yield.
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Charolais - French - imported via mexico from King Ranch - Large frame, heavy muscled, fast growth rate and high yield - some calving difficulties.

for More extended information on breeds, visit Cattle.com
http://www.cattle.com/articles/cat/Beef+Cattle+Breeds.aspx