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Galician Blond cattle are used primarily for meat production from northwestern Spain. Their normal coloration is cream to golden red.The original type, which was found in Monteroso and Carballino, is now almost extinct. Simmental, Swiss Brown, and South Devon have been used at different times to improve the breed during the 1900s.
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Garfagnina cattle are
from Garfagnana (province of Lucca.- Tuscany). It seems it comes from the
primitive Podalica. It has undergone a serious decrease after the World War II.
It only counts few hundreds heads today. It is a free grazing breed.Since 1985 the Registry Office of autochthonous cattle breeds and ethnic groups of limited diffusion has been founded, in order to protect those Italian cattle breeds at risk of extinction and to safeguard this genetic heritage. Among them there are the following breeds: Agerolese, Bianca Val Padana (Modenese), Burlina, Cabannina, Calvana, Cinisara, Garfagnina, Modicana, Mucca Pisana, Pezzata Rossa d’Oropa, Pinzgau, Pontremolese, Pustertaler, Reggiana, Sarda, Sardo-Modicana, Varze ... | ||
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The Garvonesa cattle breed is a breed of cattle that is found in Portugal. It is considered to be a hardy breed, able to adapt to a variety of climates and environments. Garvonesa cattle are known for their good meat quality, as well as their good milk production. They have a distinctive hump on their backs, which sets them apart from other cattle breeds. Garvonesa cattle are well-suited to extensive grazing systems and are valued by farmers for their ability to produce high-quality meat and milk with minimal inputs.
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Gascon cattle are a breed of cattle that are found in the southwestern region of France. They are a hardy breed that are well-adapted to the harsh climates and rugged terrain of the Gascony region. Gascon cattle are known for their meat quality, which is considered to be among the finest in France. They have a distinctive appearance, with a dark red color and a hump on their backs. Gascon cattle are typically raised in extensive grazing systems and are valued by farmers for their ability to produce high-quality meat with minimal inputs.
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Gelbray is a breed of cattle that is found in the Normandy region of France. It is considered to be a hardy breed that is well-adapted to the damp and cool climates of the region. Gelbray cattle are known for their good meat quality, which is considered to be among the finest in France. They have a distinctive appearance, with a chestnut-brown color and a hump on their backs. Gelbray cattle are typically raised in extensive grazing systems and are valued by farmers for their ability to produce high-quality meat with minimal inputs.
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Gelbvieh is a breed of cattle that originates from Germany. It is a versatile breed that is known for its high-quality meat and good milk production. Gelbvieh cattle are characterized by their yellow or gold color and distinctive hump on their backs. They are known for their hardiness and adaptability, which allows them to thrive in a variety of climates and environments. Gelbvieh cattle are typically raised in both extensive grazing systems and feedlot operations, and are valued by farmers for their ability to produce high-quality meat and milk with minimal inputs.
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Georgian mountain cattle is a breed of cattle that is native to the Caucasus Mountains in Georgia. It is considered to be a hardy and adaptable breed that is well-suited to the harsh climates and rugged terrain of the region. Georgian mountain cattle are known for their good meat quality and their ability to produce high-quality milk. They have a distinctive appearance, with a hump on their backs and long, shaggy hair that helps to protect them from the cold. Georgian mountain cattle are typically raised in extensive grazing systems and are valued by farmers for their ability to produce high-quality meat and milk with minimal inputs.
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German Angus are a beef cattle breed which are raised mainly
for meat production. They were first developed in the 1950s in Germany by
crossing Aberdeen Angus cattle with different native German cattle breeds.
Those German native breeds include Fleckvieh, German Black Pied, and Gelbvieh
cattle. The new breed has higher weight gains and is bigger and heavier than
the original breeds. Main aim of the selection was to develop a hornless, good
temperament, large sized and meat with lower fat content than pure Angus
cattle, and high milk yields. The German Angus cattle breed has been
consolidated since 1990 in Germany, and is recorded since 2002 in one stud book
together with the Aberdeen Angus cattle. For further refinement of the bree
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German Black Pied cattle is a breed of cattle that is found in Germany. It is a dual-purpose breed that is known for its good meat quality and its ability to produce high-quality milk. German Black Pied cattle have a distinctive appearance, with a black and white coloring and a hump on their backs. They are considered to be a hardy breed that is well-adapted to a variety of climates and environments. German Black Pied cattle are typically raised in both extensive grazing systems and feedlot operations, and are valued by farmers for their ability to produce high-quality meat and milk with minimal inputs.
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German Red Pied cattle is a breed of cattle that is found in Germany. It is a dual-purpose breed that is known for its good meat quality and its ability to produce high-quality milk. German Red Pied cattle have a distinctive appearance, with a red and white coloring and a hump on their backs. They are considered to be a hardy breed that is well-adapted to a variety of climates and environments. German Red Pied cattle are typically raised in both extensive grazing systems and feedlot operations, and are valued by farmers for their ability to produce high-quality meat and milk with minimal inputs.
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Gir, also known as Gyr or Gur, are a medium to medium large
cattle, depending on whether they were developed in the Gyr valley region or in
the surrounding mountain area. They can be either spotted (very fine spotting
similar to roan in shorthorn) or rich red with varying degrees of the two
combined.
Their undercoat is always red even on cattle that may almost appear white. Gyr are extremely intelligent and very willing cattle to work with. Their hair is coated with an oil that is secreted by the skin that is a natural insect repellent. They also have an extra layer of muscle tissue just under the skin (like in horses) which enables them to shake their skin to remove or discourage parasites. Gir are ... | ||
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Glan cattle is a breed of cattle that is found in the Glan Valley region of Germany. It is a hardy breed that is well-adapted to the damp and cool climates of the region. Glan cattle are known for their good meat quality, which is considered to be among the finest in Germany. They have a distinctive appearance, with a chestnut-brown color and a hump on their backs. Glan cattle are typically raised in extensive grazing systems and are valued by farmers for their ability to produce high-quality meat with minimal inputs.
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Gloucester cattle is a breed of cattle that is native to the Gloucestershire region of England. It is a hardy and adaptable breed that is well-suited to the damp and cool climates of the region. Gloucester cattle are known for their good meat quality, which is considered to be among the finest in England. They have a distinctive appearance, with a dark red color and a hump on their backs. Gloucester cattle are typically raised in extensive grazing systems and are valued by farmers for their ability to produce high-quality meat with minimal inputs.
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Gobra cattle is a breed of cattle that is found in the Götaland region of Sweden. It is considered to be a hardy breed that is well-adapted to the cool and damp climates of the region. Gobra cattle are known for their good meat quality, which is considered to be among the finest in Sweden. They have a distinctive appearance, with a chestnut-brown color and a hump on their backs. Gobra cattle are typically raised in extensive grazing systems and are valued by farmers for their ability to produce high-quality meat with minimal inputs.
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Goffa cattle, originating from the Ethiopian highlands of the Gamo Gofa Zone, hold a complex status among cattle breeds. Some consider them a distinct breed, others an ecotype within the diverse Abyssinian Shorthorned Zebu group. Regardless of classification, they display remarkable resilience and adaptability in their mountainous, resource-limited home.
These medium-sized, compact cattle typically wear a coat of brown, occasionally marked with white on the head, legs, and belly. Short, hornless heads and small, drooping ears contribute to their distinctive appearance. Goffa cattle excel in harsh environments, thriving in cold temperatures and high altitudes. Resistant to local diseases and parasites, they serve a dual ... | ||
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Around 1940 there were about 15,000 heads which decreased to 5,700 in 1960 until the sharp collapse to the number of 13 heads in 1983; at present there are only few dozens heads in the Magra and Vara valleys in the provinces of Massa Carrara and La Spezia. The destiny of this breed was determined by the continuous crossbreeding of substitutions with the more productive Italian Bruna. In the Carrara area it was once applied to transport the precious marbles from the Apuane Mountains to the sea boarding. Since 1985 the Registry Office of autochthonous cattle breeds and ethnic groups of limited diffusion has been founded, in order to protect those Italian cattle breeds at risk of extinction and to safeguard this genetic heritage.
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Grand Noir du Berry is a breed of cattle that originated in the Berry region of France. They are a large breed, with bulls weighing up to 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) and cows weighing up to 1,400 kg (3,100 lbs). They are black in color with long, thick hair and a hump over their shoulders. They are known for their hardiness and adaptability to different types of climates and environments. They are primarily used for meat production, and are considered to be a high-quality, flavorful beef. The breed is considered to be endangered, and conservation efforts are underway to protect and preserve the breed.
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Greek Shorthorn cattle is a breed of cattle that is native to Greece. It is a hardy and adaptable breed that is well-suited to the hot and dry climates of the region. Greek Shorthorn cattle are known for their good meat quality and their ability to produce high-quality milk. They have a distinctive appearance, with a red or yellow color and a hump on their backs. Greek Shorthorn cattle are typically raised in extensive grazing systems and are valued by farmers for their ability to produce high-quality meat and milk with minimal inputs.
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Greek Steppe cattle is a breed of cattle that is native to Greece. It is a hardy and adaptable breed that is well-suited to the hot and dry climates of the region. Greek Steppe cattle are known for their good meat quality and their ability to produce high-quality milk. They have a distinctive appearance, with a black or brown color and a hump on their backs. Greek Steppe cattle are typically raised in extensive grazing systems and are valued by farmers for their ability to produce high-quality meat and milk with minimal inputs.
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Grey Alpine (or
Grauvieh) cattle in Italy are traditionally widespread in Alto Adige and in the
Dolomite valleys of Trentino and Bellunese. In the last few years new breeding
centres have emerged even outside this area, such as in the provinces of Udine,
Como, Torino and Campobasso. Of the estimated 25,000 head of cattle about
16,000 are registered in the Herd Book. The National Association of Breeders of
Grey Alpine cattle - A.N.A. GREY ALPINE - was founded on 19 June 1980 (www.grigioalpina.it). This breed represents the link between the mountain environment and its
resources on one hand and a quality product on the other.The animals are of medium size and weight ... | ||
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Greyman are an Australian breed of beef cattle developed in Queensland in the 1970s, specifically to suit the Queensland environment, by combining the outstanding genetic characteristics of both the Murray Grey and Brahman breeds.
These cattle carry between 25% and 75% of Murray Grey blood, with the remainder made up of Brahman. This allows breeders the option of being able to select for optimal performance specific to the region and environmental conditions. Thus, Greymans can be bred with a greater emphasis on Brahman content in the tropical country, or with a higher percentage of Murray Grey blood to suit the southern states. Their sleek coats vary in color from dark gray to silver, the Greyman are naturally polled and have a ... | ||
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Groningen Whiteheaded cattle typically exhibit a striking black coloration, accented by a distinct white head and belly. However, approximately 5% of the population deviates from this norm, showcasing a red hue instead of black. With a lineage that traces back to the Middle Ages, the Groningen breed originated in what is now the northern regions of the Netherlands. Over time, modern selective breeding techniques and crossbreeding with Holstein and Angeln cattle have been employed to enhance the milk yields of Groningen cattle. Despite these efforts, their milk production remains slightly lower than that of other Dutch breeds. On average, cows of this breed stand at 132 cm and weigh around 600 kg. Milk production typically average ... | ||
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Gudali cattle is a breed of cattle that is native to northern Nigeria. It is a hardy and adaptable breed that is well-suited to the hot and dry climates of the region. Gudali cattle are known for their good meat quality and their ability to produce high-quality milk. They have a distinctive appearance, with a brown or black color and long, drooping ears. Gudali cattle are typically raised in extensive grazing systems and are valued by farmers for their ability to produce high-quality meat and milk.
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Guernseys are dairy cattle from the island of Guernsey in the Channel Islands. Their coat is red or fawn (wheat-coloured), and may or may not be pied red-and-white or fawn-and-white. They are hardy and docile. Their milk is rich in flavor, high in fat and protein, and has a golden-yellow tinge due to its high ß-carotene content. The Guernsey is one of three Channel Island cattle breeds, the others being the Alderney ( now extinct), and the Jersey.
The Guernsey was bred on the Channel Island of Guernsey; they were first documented in the nineteenth century, and their origins are unknown. Cattle were brought to the island in the Middle Ages for drought work. It has been suggested that the Guernsey derives from cattle imported from ... | ||
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The Guzerat breed was developed from imports of the Kankrej breed from India during from 1875 until 1964. They are a hardy and adaptable breed that is well-suited to the hot and dry climates of the region. Guzerat cattle are known for their good meat quality and their ability to produce high-quality milk. They have a distinctive appearance, with a red or yellow color and a hump on their backs. Guzerat cattle are typically raised in extensive grazing systems and are valued by farmers for their ability to produce high-quality meat and milk. Guzerat cattle are also highly prized for their beauty and strength, and are often used for bullfighting and other cultural events in India.
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