Mickey Richnow

Mickey Richnow: From Skeptic to Spokesperson

Mickey Richnow said he would never own a Brahman.  They are too hot, too aggressive he told himself and others. “I just didn’t have time for that,” he says.  When he purchased his registered Angus herd in 2015, he was sure it was the right breed to allow a heavier stocking rate on his limited land, turn a profit and …

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10 Best Texas Cities for Raising Brahman Cattle

Brahman Cattle are made to thrive in the southeastern USA and gulf coast area, mainly due to their heat tolerance and adaptability to various environmental conditions. A Brahman can thrive in marshland, swamps, rocks, brush country, and more. Here are some of the most popular cities and areas where Brahman cattle really do well.  1. Houston AreaObviously we list this …

Brahman X Shorthorn

Brahman x Shorthorn: A Great Cross!

Most cattlemen know that Brahman x Angus and Brahman x Hereford are great crosses for the gulf coast to maximize hybrid vigor. This is a given. But, we want to also let you in on another great Brahman x British cross that we have a lot of experience with: Brahman x Shorthorn.  So in theory, this cross is very similar …

The GeneSource Adds BRC Bulls As Their First Ever Brahman AI Sires

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BR Cutrer, Inc, (BRC) proudly announces the addition of The GeneSource as a new distributor of semen for BRC bulls.  GeneSource began in 2015 and is owned by Dave and Becky Allan of Schulenberg, along with sire procurement manager Paul Maulsby. Historically, they have marked American, British, and Continental bull semen, but no Brahman semen.  The lineup …

What color are Brahmans?

What Color Are Brahmans?

As the first breed developed in America, it’s only fitting that Brahman cattle are commonly referred to as RED, WHITE and BLUE right?  But what do these colors mean?  Brahman cattle can come in a variety of colors, and there is no guideline for the ideal color. This is more of a breeder preference.  The Standard of Excellence of the …

Red Brahman vs Grey Brahman

Grey Brahman vs. Red Brahman

What’s the Difference? Angus are black.Herefords are red and white. Shorthorns are red, white and roan. Charolais are white.  The hide color of the American Brahman is one that has a lot of variation, and if you are new in the breed, it can take a little time to understand the differences. In this blog, we’ll share some of the basic differences.  …

Brahman Bull and Cow

Match the Best BRC Bulls to Your Brahman Cows

The BRC / Brahman Country Genetics team is at your service to help you find the best possible Brahman AI sires for your cow herd. Of course, our #1 preferred method to help you match the best bulls to your cow herd is with a ranch visit. You are welcome to visit BRC Ranch at anytime! If you can’t quite …

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Brahman Zoom Backgrounds and Screen Savers

Earlier this week, I attempted to participate in my first Zoom meeting, and I noticed this cool feature where you can change your Zoom background. So, let’s have some fun! What a way to make your co-workers smile when they can see beautiful Brahman cattle as your Zoom background rather than your kitchen. And, these also make great computer backgrounds …

Past Presidents of American Brahman Breeders Association (ABBA)

The list of past presidents of the American Brahman Breeders Association (ABBA) are great individuals who have led our breed forward. This list is provided as a historical refernece. 1924 – 1931 A.M. McFaddin 1931 – 1935 J.F. Hutchins 1935 – 1940 F.N. Neuhaus 1940 – 1945 James W. Sartwelle1945 – 1947 J.M. Frost, Jr.1947 – 1948 J. Afton Burke1948 …

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1st Quarter Semen Sales Report from Brahman Country Genetics

We are proud to present our Q1 Brahman semen sales report from Brahman Country Genetics, LLC. Brahman Country Genetics is a global semen and embryo company under the BR Cutrer family of brands. Semen sales from the first quarter indicate a high level of continued growing interest in the Brahman breed. In the first quarter, our company exported Brahman semen …