Replacement heifers are young, fertile cows that have been specially selected for their desirable genetics and are used to replenish a farmer’s herd to ensure they have enough calves to grow up for the year ahead. Sometimes replacement heifers are selected out of the farmer’s existing herd, but sometimes they buy heifers with good genes …
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US beef is graded into eight different categories. From best to worst they are Prime, Choice, Select, Standard, Commercial, Utility, Cutter, and Canner. The meat grading system is voluntary and meat isn’t required to be graded, but Prime or Choice steaks often command a hefty premium on the shelves. In this article, we’ll learn about …
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In the US, most of the largest beef-producing states are found in the great plains region, with a few notable exceptions in the Midwest and Florida. In order from most to least, the largest beef-producing states are Texas, Oklahoma, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota, Kansas, Montana, Kentucky, North Dakota, Florida, and Arkansas. The US is the …
Cows are often overlooked in the animal world simply because we farm millions of them every year, but they are actually super interesting animals with complex societies and some very unique anatomy. For example, did you know that cows have their own cow best friends, they can see in the dark, and cow herds are …
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Angus and Wagyu are two titans of the steak world. Both names carry a certain expectation of quality and prestige, but there are some important differences between the breeds and the beef they produce that you should know about. The biggest difference between Angus and Wagyu is the volume of intramuscular fat found in Wagyu …
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The Angus breed is known the world over for its quality, and although many jurisdictions have their own official grading system for meat, you may have seen beef with an additional certification or label called “Certified Angus”. Certified Angus is not an official grade or mark of quality, it’s usually a private brand owned by …
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Cows are massive! Apart from a horse, cows are probably the largest land animal most people are likely to see. If you’ve ever seen a cow calf, it almost seems impossible that such a small calf could end up as a 1200lb cow within a few years, but it’s true! When cows are born, they …
In Japan, wagyu beef is graded into five categories, from 5 (highest quality) to 1 (lowest quality). Wagyu is combined with the yield score (Usually “A” for Wagyu breeds) to give the ratings of A1 to A5. Wagyu beef is generally considered to be the best quality beef money can buy. Due to a rare …
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Roast beef refers to the cooking method and not the specific cut. Beef from any part of the cow can be roasted, however, roast beef most often comes from the sirloin, ribs, rump, and hind legs parts of the cow where the meat is more tender and suitable for roasting. In this article, we’ll look …
Contrary to popular belief, nearly every species of bear eats more herbs, fruits, berries, and vegetables than meat: Bears are foragers and spend most of their day searching for food. Because of this they will eat almost anything they find including plants, smaller animals and even a campground picnic. Some species of bear, like the …
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