About Brangus - Red & Black
The cattle business is a dynamic global industry. Every decision is critical in today's beef economy.
One of our most important decisions as cattlemen concerns the breed(s) we utilize and the potential profit that the breed can produce for our bottom line.
For us at TRIO Cattle & Genetics, Red and Black Brangus have continued to deliver the genetics that create markets and add value to our program. We know our Brangus will deliver the same to our customers. The following are the strengths and advantages that we see and have experienced.
Superiority
From South Africa to South America and Australia to North America, Red and Black Brangus offer an unequalled combination of Brahman hardiness and Red and Black Angus quality with tremendous adaptability. The combination is a breed that is superior to the original foundation parents.
Flexibility
TRIO Cattle & Genetics is opportunistically utilizing the flexibility of registered Red and Black Brangus in two recognized associations - The International Brangus Breeders Association and the American Red Brangus Association.
Maternal Traits
Longevity, milking ability, calving ease, efficiency and mothering ability are key components of any operation and again Brangus females and Brangus-influenced replacement females are recognized for their excellence in these areas.
Adaptability
Red and Black Brangus can withstand heat, humidity and parasites that are prevalent across tropical and sub-tropical parts of the world. Brangus and Brangus-influenced cattle are out grazing and doing their jobs regardless of severity of the heat. Yet, these same cattle can withstand the cold very well. Brangus-sired calves have excelled in feed yards found in northern climates for many years. Purebred herds of Brangus can be found throughout the Midwest and mountainous regions of the Western U.S. They are adaptable to wide range of climates and conditions.
Heterosis
Research proves that by crossbreeding Brangus cattle, a producer can capitalize on 50% more pounds of calf weaned per cow over her lifetime - that is an impressive 30% over what crossbreeding British and Continental cattle can deliver.
From an economic perspective, the most important gains from heterosis are made in heritable traits that are often difficult to measure. Traits like calf livability, survival to weaning, conception rate, age at puberty and many others benefit from heterosis.
The individual change in one trait is small, but the cumulative effect on total lifetime productivity is tremendous, research says as much as 20 percent higher. With Brangus, heterosis is part of the package and the predominant profit factor. For commercial producers, crossbreeding with Brangus will provide significantly more pounds of weaned calves.
Carcass Traits
Carcass merit is definitely a strength the breed can bring to any operation. In today's economy, cattle must excel on the rail and be desired by the consumer. Brangus cattle routinely grade Choice and produce a pleasant eating experience. In addition, Brangus and Brangus-influenced cattle are readily accepted in most branded beef quality programs.
Feedlot efficiency
Brangus sire calves are efficient feeders and because they have that touch of ear, they are hardy and strong. Their rates of gain and feed conversion are very desirable with documentation from university studies and individual feedlot reports to validate the merits of Brangus calves.