Questions...

[andybob]

You can add the Tuli for consideration, they have the advantage of high heat tolerance, and are very docile. This site has pictures in the photo album, and information as well as links to the American Breeders Association, and other local contacts; http://www.tuli.co.za/

 

[Zelda]

Hmmm... Well, thank you very much, andybob, but I prefer the looks of the murray grey. My cattle are going to be edible decorations...hehe.

I'm going to a few places to look at some cattle for sale tomarrow.

 

[Horticattleman]

Check out the size of these dudes!

http://www.ruralheritage.com/ox_paddock ... m#chianina

 

[CattleHand]

I believe someone had a better idea though instead of raising the cattle go to the sale barn and just buy the kill cows at 35 cents a pound. Probably a lot cheaper and more efficient for you.

 

[Keren]

Yeah, but the point is, she is interested in breeding cattle as a hobby as well.

 

[cypressfarms]

Zelda,

I would go out and get some commericial herefords. They would give you a good carcass, and they are (in general) one of the more docile cattle breeds. Another good point - herefords, at least in this area, are not in as high of demand; you could get started cheaper.

You could always go the longhorn route, and cross them with a beefier bull to give you nice calves to butcher.