Why are Murray Greys so Popular?

• Murray Greys have calves that are built right and are easily born. Most are born between 60 and 80 pounds. Cows have short labors and its common for the calves to be on their feet nursing within thirty minutes of birth. A study conducted by Dr. Robert Bellows on over 70,000 Murray Grey calvings discovered that 97% had no difficulties. “No other breed in America with the exception of the Texas Longhorn could match that level of trouble free calvings.” Said Dr. Bellows.

• They have a very mild, gentle disposition making them easy to handle for the cow/calf producer and feedlots alike. Their great temperament also assures optimal pH levels which lead to excellent meat color, taste, and tenderness.

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  They are famous the world over for their excellent carcass and high yield. Murray Greys dominate carcass competitions around the world, and their success in such competitions has become legendary. They usually grade choice or prime, have a 12% larger rib eye and less back fat than most other breeds, and they are one of the two breeds most desired in Japan and Korea.

• They are highly efficient cattle with rapid growth and excellent feed conversion and are a favorite breed of Grass Fed Beef producers. Steers commonly finish in half the time and on half the food over most other breeds. Mature animals will eat up to 1/3 less food over many other breeds while still maintaining good condition. This means less cost and more profit.

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  Murray Greys are hardy, adapt quickly, and thrive in even the harshest climates.

• They are naturally polled. Up to 90% of their calves are polled when crossed with a horned cow.

• Mature bulls weigh about 2000 pounds. Mature cows weigh from 1100 to 1400 pounds. A typical steer when ready for slaughter will weigh about 1150 to 1300 pounds and will commonly yield at about 70%.

• Their dark skin pigmentation eliminates problems such as cancer eye and sunburned, cracked udders. Their light colored hair is perfect for hot environments where heat stroke is a problem. Murray Greys of all colors have been scientifically proven to handle heat better than some other English breeds.