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The Tarentaise breed originates in the Savoie region of the French
Alps. The breed is known for its milk production, which is used
to make Beaufort Cheese, and as an excellent cross for beef
production. Climbing in the Alps at altitudes of up to 8000
feet is what makes for the natural muscling and marbling as
well as the robust cardiovascular system found in Tarentaise
cattle. The first Tarentaise were imported to Canada in 1972.
A year later they were introduced to the USA. Today Tarentaise
cattle can be found through most of North America. |
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Tarentaise Can Do "More" on "Less" |
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- Early
Puberty
- Good
Pelvic Size
- Strong
Maternal Traits
- Production
Efficiency
- Higher
Fertility
- Female
Efficiency
- Unassisted
calving at two years and on schedule at three years
- Optimum
milk production with udder and teat conformation for easy
feeding
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Mom a calf could have! |
Heifers represent 15 - 20 % of a cow herd. Early Fertility is
critically important so the calving season is not disrupted.
Tarentaise females are Highly Fertile at 8 -12 months of age.
Early Puberty and High Pregnancy Rates are an inheritable trait
of Tarentaise Cattle. |
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