BRC Ranch of Boling, Texas completed a historic shipment of Brahman cattle to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan in February 2022. Waqar Sheikh, innovative Pakistani businessman, selected four Brahman females and two bulls from B.R. Cutrer, Inc. to build his herd of Brahman cattle. Worldwide Livestock Express and AgroTrade International, owned by the Muskus family, facilitated the shipment. “We are …
The Basics of Judging Brahman Cattle
Historically, the way value was solely determined in judging Brahman cattle was based on two features: Pedigree and Phenotype. The first half of that equation is nothing new for most. Using sire and dam to help determine the value of an animal has been done since the beginning of mating registered seedstock. The other part may need just a little …
BR Cutrer Inc. Announces Public Genomic EPD Program
After years of development with Zoetis, BR Cutrer Inc. is proud to announce a program offering genomic-enhanced Estimated Progeny Differences data (EPDs) to the Brahman industry through the Brahman Country Genetic Evaluation. This program, which is the first of its kind in the Brahman breed, is tailored to Bos Indicus genes, providing vital information on virgin bulls and females, as …
Brahman Country Genomic EPDs: How to Participate
Genomic-enhanced Estimated Progeny Differences are the biggest thing to happen in Brahman genetics since sliced bread. We feel that DNA verification on all cattle, along with genomically-enhanced EPDs are essential for Brahman seedstock breeders. Giving producers next-level confidence in sire data is something every seedstock producer is going to be interested in, so how should you make sure you’re in …
History of Brahman Bloodlines
Here are BRC, we’re just as passionate about Brahman history as we are Brahman future! Keaton Dodd, Director of Genetics, put together this great Brahman history presentation outlining the major bloodlines of Brahman cattle. Watch this hour-long video where Keaton travels decade-by-decade to review some of the most influential Brahman cows and Brahman bulls of Brahman history. Enjoy!