Most Profitable Beef Cattle Breeds
- Angus cattle are the most popular and profitable. Their meat quality is excellent.
- Highland cattle are extremely hardy with long coats to protect from elements.
- Herefords offer superior meat quality and versatility.
Starting a Beef Cattle Farm
- Buy calves from dairy farms inexpensively to start raising beef cattle.
- Provide good pasture, hay, water, vaccinations, and room to roam.
Cattle Farming Profit and Sales
- Large farms profit about $275 per cow.
- Farms with 200-500 cows profit $84 per cow.
- Cattle sales range from $33,110 to $113,140, with a median of $64,170.
Meat Production and Characteristics
- Meat from bulls is lean without marbling.
- Cull cow and bull meat works well for hamburger.
- Fat may be added depending on percentage in the grind.
Easiest Beef Cattle to Raise
Beef cattle are generally the most profitable and easiest livestock to raise for profit. Beef cattle simply require good pasture, supplemental hay during the winter, fresh water, vaccinations, and plenty of room to roam.
Best Beef Cattle Breeds for a Small Farm
- Consider the Temperature: Choosing the right breed for your climate impacts production abilities.
- Raising Black Angus: They efficiently convert feed into quality beef and require less maintenance.
- Hereford Cattle: Highly docile, hardy animals that tolerate heat and cold well. They originated from Herefordshire, England.