Brangus Beef Cattle

History

The Brangus breed was developed by crossing Brahman and Angus cattle. Early crossings of these breeds was done at the USDA Experiment Station at Jeanerette, Louisiana. Some of the first crosses were made as early as 1912. The International Brangus Breeders Association. The Brangus name is a registered trademark. Only animals registered with the breed association can be called Brangus. All present day Brangus are decendants of foundation animals registered in 1949 or from registered Brahman and Angus cattle which have been enrolled since then. Brangus cattle are based on foundation stock which is 3/8 Brahman and 5/8 Angus. There are several recognized ways to produce Brangus cattle. A 1/4 Brahman 3/4 Angus is one way. Another is crossing an animal which is 3/4 Brahman 1/4 Angus with a purebred Angus. The third method is mating of registered Brangus animals.

Traits and Characteristics

Brangus cattle are solid black and polled. An inspection is necessary to determine conformation and breed character before the animal may be registered. Brangus are adaptable to different climates. They have good mothering ability, feed efficiency, and produce desirable carcasses.