mercredi 30 juillet 2014

Quality Beef Source Comes From Irish Black Cattle

By Annabelle Holman


For a long time, man has domesticated animals for varying uses. One of such is for food production. It was initially adequate to keep natural species of these animals but this has been overtaken by events. The population is much higher now and feeding it requires much more scientific intervention. For such a reason, scientists have come up with better breeds like Irish black cattle for additional yield per unit animal kept.

Origin of these animals can be traced back to late twentieth century. Works that finally led to emergence of these Irish black were initiated by Doctor Lush. Boney just carried on with original works of Lush and eventually after rigorous scientific process, there was a break through. These scientist and company were able to come up with reliable breed to supply Americans and or global market with beef. Discovery of this kind came in time to meet food demands that are high and still rising.

In physical appearance, these animals are completely black in color. This nature is hinted in their naming. They also posses average muscle body with sound legs. Better still, it is normal to occasionally find a red calf among these black animals.

Farmers keeping this same animal have since then joined hands to form an association. It has its vision and mission with one main objective of protecting their interests in their livestock. It is a nonprofit making organization which allows new members to join. However, before one becomes a member, a gene examination has to be carried out to verify identity of animals in question.

Individual farmers benefit in many ways by keeping this kind of livestock. Such benefits are consequently transferred to final consumers of products and byproducts. They are pure breeds that follow a strict kind of line breeding. They are therefore of superior quality and yield. Calves born to them are strong and thrive well without trouble.

Rearing animals like the ones in question is no longer a source of stress to farmers. Presently, these cattle can be found in all lands of America whether in low or highlands. One of its features that enable it to thrive well is because it can adequately resist some come diseases as brisket disease. This breed can feed on whatever grass is present in an area; withstand winters as well as warm environs and therefore suitable to keep anywhere possibilities.

Gestation period of this breed is short and therefore enable quick reproduction of new calves. Farmers must not wait too long to get additional numbers in their herds. On a similar note, fertility rate has been proven to be so high. A single bull in the herd can serve up to 140 cattle successfully. A further advantage is that one does not spend too much caring for the herd. They easily get acclimatized and suffer no much disease.

In summary, a healthy nation needs healthy products. These can only be sustained by healthy and reliable sources of food. This way therefore, breeds like one in this discussion should be given a chance by all interested parties; be it the farmer or consumer. Producing and consuming related products is convenient and rewarding to all parties.




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