Your Guide to the Best in Brahman

Learn Brahman Cattle Information

Here at B.R. Cutrer, Inc., the Cutrer family is very blessed to have over a century-old tradition of breeding Brahman cattle. We’ve been able to learn from of the greatest individuals in the breed.

Since going out on our own, we understand first hand that questions come up, and thus we have made education a top priority of B.R. Cutrer, Inc.. We can usually answer most questions whether it ranges from beef cattle production to technology, but we realize not everyone has that luxury. We are committed to helping others learn about Brahman cattle. We offer several educational opportunities for our customers and those interested in Brahman cattle.

BRAHMAN CATTLE FAQs

New Brahman Breeder Guide

The average life span of a company is 20 years. But, sadly, the average life span of a registered seedstock cattle business is only 7 years. That's barely enough to see through past two generational intervals in your herd. Many ranchers spend hundreds of thousands of dollars investing in building their dream ranch, only to sell out in less than a decade.

But, it takes education, transparency and integrity. And it means helping new ranchers be profitable, successful and accepted.

BRC would like to change that. We've put together this 40 page free guide that we would love to send you in the mail. Click on the button below to get the free guide.

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Gulf Coast Ranching for Success

Ranching in the gulf coast areas of Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida requires cattle that can fit the environment and thrive. Brahman cattle excel in this area. In this 40 minute presentation, Keaton Dodd outlines how to integrate Brahman into your ranching operation in the gulf coast along with different strategies for success.

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9 Things to Consider Before Buying Cattle

Anyone who’s bought cattle from BRC knows that honesty and transparency is a big part of our sales process here at the ranch. In fact, lots of times we’ll tell prospective customers what’s WRONG with the cattle before we talk about what we like.

But, sadly, often we get a calls from breeders in some sort of pickle in the cattle business. They’re asking if what they are experiencing is “normal” and most of the time, it isn’t normal at all. And while we don’t comment on what you might experience with other ranches, we CAN tell you what you can experience with us: honesty, fair pricing, transparency, and accuracy.

But, after talking with lots of breeders, and ways they’ve gotten ‘burned,’ we have put together this list of things to consider BEFORE you buy cattle.

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Brahman Days 2023
October 20, 2023 - Boling, Texas

The leading Brahman educational event of the year! We are planning for an IN PERSON event this fall. Registration and Schedule Available Mid August.

Want to learn more about Brahman pedigrees?

In this 1-hour webinar, you'll get an in-depth overview of the major bulls that have shaped the Brahman breed, and a bit of the stories behind them. Keaton Dodd goes decade by decade to talk about different cattle types, bloodlines, and their impact on today's modern Brahman. A must-see course for anyone wanting to become a true student of Brahman pedigrees.

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Join Brahman Academy - Our Comprehensive Online Course

The Brahman Academy is our comprehensive, 12-hour web based video series that teaches you about Brahman cattle from start to finish. Watch at your own pace, as often as you like.

You'll learn breed history, breeding and selection, daily management, performance measures, business management, marketing, and we'll also share our most common "problems" we run into on the ranch and how to fix them.

All of this for Only $149!

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Guide to Making F-1s

A large portion of our customers are using Brahman bulls and females in a crossbreeding program to make F-1s. And while it's a pretty straight-forward process, sometimes new ranchers don't quite understand the ins and outs of making F-1s. Here is a free educational guide for us that explains the considerations to use when making F-1s and using Brahman bulls or females.

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The Buyers Checklist

As seedstock producers, we know firsthand that purchasing cattle is a big decision. How do you know what to consider? We've developed "The Buyers Checklist" for you to download and print to use the next time you buy cattle. In this checklist, we provide important considerations about the animal, the parents of the animal, and the seller to guide you through the purchasing process.

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"Man Must Measure" - Jan Bonsma

In 2011, we received a copy of this old, but outstanding book about animal husbandry, environment, and fertility from Louis Dooley, a fellow Brahman breeder. Reading this book changed our entire outlook on where our priorities should be in our Brahman herd. Until 2020, this was a rare book find. To celebrate BRC's 1st anniversary, we completed a full reprint and digital upgrade of the book in cooperation with The Wortham Foundation. The book is available on Amazon at cost - only $3.99 - as part of The Wortham Foundation's strong desire to share Dr. Bonsma's great works.

Order the Dr. Bonsma Book

Brahman Gestation Table

We've developed this 291 day gestation table so you can easily compare the date your Brahman was bred to when it's due to give birth. It's the perfect size to hang up in your ranch office, barn, or fold up to carry with you anywhere!

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BRC Brahman Calving Book

BR Cutrer has developed this handy Brahman Calving Book, designed to help you record all the information you’ll need when it comes time to register your Brahman calves, AND to take important phenotype measurements like udder score, teat score, mothering ability and more. We are so committed to helping build the Brahman database we are giving away these books! Just fill out the request below and we’ll drop yours in the mail to you!

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Learn About Developing Brahman Bulls at BRC

Brandon Cutrer is a performance fanatic, and has spent over a decade developing and fine tuning the strongest and most comprehensive bull development program in the Brahman breed. This download discusses how we manage our developing Brahman bulls at B.R. Cutrer, Inc. BRC is known for consistently breeding and offering Brahman bulls for sale that are rugged and ready to work.

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BRC Brahman EPD Cheat Sheet

If you’re new in the breed, it’s easy to get overwhelmed with EPDs and what they mean. By request, we developed this handy quick reference that shows a description of each trait, the breed average, and in general whether a higher or lower number is desirable.

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Crossbreeding with Brahman

There's a reason they're called "Crossbreeding's Common Denominator." Brahman cattle are a staple of crossbreeding in the gulf coast because they provide the maximum hybrid vigor when mated to Bos Taurus cattle. This guide explains the basic principles of crossbreeding with Brahman.

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Benefits of Brahman Cattle

One of the basic principles of success in the cattle business is matching the cattle to your environment. Are you considering using Brahman cattle in your ranch? This free guide explains the top ten reasons to use Brahman cattle.

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Brahman Beef Cuts Chart

Ultimately, the commercial cattleman’s goal is to raise quality beef to feed the world’s consumer. This chart shows the different retail beef cuts from Brahman cattle.

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Learning to Judge Brahman Cattle

When selecting Brahman cattle off visual appraisal, it's important to understand the basics of structure, muscling, and breed character. We believe in selecting for cattle visually first, then looking at their data to see if it fits into your herd goals. However, a lot of breeders have trouble visually understanding the strengths and flaws of an animal. This guide is an overview of how to judge Brahman cattle.

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Sample Budget for a Purebred Brahman Operation

Do you wonder where to start in making a budget for your registered Brahman operation? BRC understands what it’s like to start from scratch, and have to make the operation profitable in order to grow and expand.

This Excel spreadsheet is the same spreadsheet we use in our budgeting and goals. It includes all the line items we have as income and expenses in our operation, so you can use it as a template in your own Brahman ranch.

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Learn About Birthweight in Brahman Cattle

When using Brahman bulls in a crossbreeding situation, you have to pay attention to birth weights and manage for calving ease. But, on the other hand, the Brahman cow magically lowers birthweight. It’s easy to do when you understand the fundamentals. Learn more in our blog “Why Birth Weights Matter in Brahman Cattle.” Photo: Captain calves raised by J4 Cattle of Texas.

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Branding a Brahman

The American Brahman Breeders Association requires a brand in order to register your Brahman cattle. This chart explains the typical locations and content of Brahman brands.

The animal must be registered with both a holding brand of your ranch, and a unique individual identification number.

Schedule A Free Consultation

Interest in Brahman cattle is at an all time high! But, we don’t recommend getting started in the breed unless you have an idea of how the cattle can work for you, and how you can make a viable business out of your Brahman herd. The good news is, we’re here to help! Let’s setup a 20-minute call where Brandon or Rachel Cutrer can help share a road map for how you can use Brahman cattle in either a purebred or commercial cattle operation. Learn the basics of where Brahman cattle thrive, what makes them a great choice, and more!

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