Is anyone using SimAngus or Simbrah bulls on Angus cross cows? If so how are the calves doing. I'm currently using 3 Herefords and an Angus bull but 1 of the Herefords needs to go. The Simbrah bulls I'm going to look at are Rx branded bulls.
Gators Rule":1arelvc6 said:I'd use a Purebred Simmental bull over angus cows. It would also depend on what you're seeking to gain....replacements or steers, and your environment, either of which a purebred can deliver for you. Looking for terminal or maternal? Also would depend on what improvement your cows need.
The OP has Northeast Texas (NETX) as location. 1/4 Brahman influence is accepted in the area. It is one of the trade offs. You may not get the most per pound on selling price, but you have more pounds to sell (environmental difference).SIMMGAL":1l44yl05 said:Gators Rule":1l44yl05 said:I'd use a Purebred Simmental bull over angus cows. It would also depend on what you're seeking to gain....replacements or steers, and your environment, either of which a purebred can deliver for you. Looking for terminal or maternal? Also would depend on what improvement your cows need.
Agreed, we run PB or 3/4 Simmis on our Angus/Simangus cows and have been for years. Results have been optimal for us with both steers and replacement heifers.
I'd think the Simangus v. Simbrah would also depend on your area. Not many sale barns in my area would like the extra ear that the Brahman would bring to the table! It's hard enough to sell reds and anything labeled "exotic" for a decent price around here! ;-)