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Breed development by numbers
Is it leading to a decline in Limousins' key attributes?
US Limousin breeders' preoccupation with estimates of genetic merit (EPDs/EBVs) appears to have led to a decline in Limousin's key attributes of retail beef yield and feed conversion efficiency. What could Australian breeders do to prevent them going down a similar path?..... More
Yield
Limousins are noted for their superior meat yield- both live weight to carcase and bone out i.e percentage saleable meat from each carcase.
It is not unusual for Limousins to dress up to 64% of live weight. British and Bos Indicus breeds struggle to dress at 56%. ...... More
What’s a Limousin BULL Really Worth??
Limousin Bulls have the capacity to sire more than 50 calves annually.
Limousin Bulls have often worked for more than 10 years.
Limousin/Limousin-cross premiums are often up to $100 per head !! .....More
MORE BEEF FOR YOUR BUCK - NEW LIMOUSIN GENE
A team of researchers from Adelaide University have discovered the positive effects of the gene scientifically known as the "F94L Gene". Dr Wayne Pitchford explained in an interview on the ABC's Country Hour on 15th July 2008 that the presence of this Gene can increase beef yields by 20% without the need for additional feed. .....More