Its breeding is based on a specially
designed genetic program which involves infusing Simmental blood with
specially selected base Herefords.
The Beefmaker program was designed to
produce an animal with faster growth rates, heavier carcass weights,
an improved ratio of lean carcass meat to fat, maximum fertility,
improved lactation, and greater stress tolerance compared to the two
contributing base breeds.
After eight generations the Beefmaker
has been stabilized at 75 percent Hereford and 25 percent Simmental
content. It has established a national reputation for high conversion
efficiency levels, high carcass yields and low maintenance costs.
Reference:
Handbook of Australian Livestock, Australian
Meat & Livestock Corporation,1989, 3rd Edition
Photograph:
Handbook of Australian Livestock, Australian
Meat & Livestock Corporation,1989, 3rd Edition