Beef cattle

/bˈiːf kˈatəl/

/bˈiːf kˈæɾəl/

[noun]

Beef cattle

[NOUN]

cattle raised for meat production, and a vital source of meat for human consumption

synonyms : beef

What is a "beef cattle"?

Beef cattle are a type of cattle that are specifically raised for meat production. They are typically selected and bred for their ability to efficiently convert forage and other feed into high-quality beef. Beef cattle come in various breeds, each with its own characteristics in terms of size, weight, muscle development, and meat quality. They are managed and raised in different production systems, including pasture-based systems, feedlots, and mixed farming operations. Beef cattle are a vital source of meat for human consumption and play a significant role in the global food supply chain.

Examples

1. And here's a particularly fat breed of beef cattle.

2. According to the Center for Cli and Energy Solutions, 18.6 million beef cattle are experiencing drought.

3. We see similar findings in Europe or in Japan, for example, as in the US where here in the US, most beef cattle are given estrogen sort of implants or estrogen analog implants like Zeranol or something.

4. For example, researchers from University of New England in Australia combined Bovaer with other food additives and reported a 90 percent reduction in methane emissions from beef cattle.