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Beef Breeds: Chianina

From the Beef Breeds of the World series

Ruth Nicolaus
Aug 5, 2020
Aug 5, 2020 Updated Feb 10, 2021

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Chianina 2 — Chianinas are often crossed with other breeds, such as Angus, as pictured here in this Chiangus cow.
Photo courtesy American Chianina Association

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Photo courtesy American Chianina Association

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Chianina 3 — Chiangus bulls provide excellent growth rate in their offspring to crossbred females.
Photo courtesy American Chianina Association

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Ruth Nicolaus can be reached at editorial@midwestmessenger.com.

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