tncattle
Well-known member
Maybe too many factors to be able to answer this question but I'll ask and see what I get.
I'm going to purchase most likely 5 or 6 steers (maybe bulls) in early spring to finish on pasture and grain. I'd like to buy weaned 6 wts. around April 15 (tax day :x ) and take them to a target date of Oct 15 (of course that can change) so around 180 days. With a ADG of 2.5 lbs. slaughter weight of 1050-1100 lbs. Maybe I'll keep them a little longer and take them to a heavier weight. I have access to buy either pure Angus or pure Hereford and both are from really good reputable breeders with a great record over the years. Probably to general of a question but here goes:
What differences could I expect between the two breeds as far as beef quality? I guess I could buy 3 of each and see but I will be selling most of this to my customers.
I'm going to purchase most likely 5 or 6 steers (maybe bulls) in early spring to finish on pasture and grain. I'd like to buy weaned 6 wts. around April 15 (tax day :x ) and take them to a target date of Oct 15 (of course that can change) so around 180 days. With a ADG of 2.5 lbs. slaughter weight of 1050-1100 lbs. Maybe I'll keep them a little longer and take them to a heavier weight. I have access to buy either pure Angus or pure Hereford and both are from really good reputable breeders with a great record over the years. Probably to general of a question but here goes:
What differences could I expect between the two breeds as far as beef quality? I guess I could buy 3 of each and see but I will be selling most of this to my customers.