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Cattle Breeds

Belmont Red

In 1954 there was an obvious need in the Australian Tropics for a breed of cattle which would have a more placid temperament, be highly fertile, and utilise the environment and its pastures in the most efficient manner to give high weight gains The Belmont Red was therefore conceived at Belmont Research Station as a composite breed using Africander (African Sanga) and Hereford-Shorthorn (Bos taurus) to fulfil that need – and further developed by commercial breeders.

Rigid selection for the traits required has resulted in the evolution of a breed of "Australian Made" cattle which has been remarkably successful when compared, under trial conditions with older breeds and their crosses.    more...

Upcoming Belmont Red Cattle Shows and Events

NSW Beef Spectacular & Trade Expo
     Location: Dubbo Showground, Dubbo, NSW, Australia, 2830
     When: Tuesday 17th to Thursday 19th March 2009

Upcoming Belmont Red Cattle Sales / Auctions

NSW Beef Spectacular & Trade Expo
     Location: Dubbo Showground, Dubbo, NSW, Australia, 2830
     When: Tuesday 17th to Thursday 19th March 2009

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