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Galloway History: Galloway Cattle originate from the Scottish coastal lowlands. This harsh climate developed a very hardy breed
that withstands harsh winter, has rock hard hoofs, are excellent foragers and resistant to disease.
They entered into Canada First during th 1850's and then into the US
in 1865. They were the favorite then because of their hearty disposition, feed efficiency and performance on the rail in Carcass
Competition.
Today, Galloways are being "rediscovered"
as a breed that is highly feed efficient, ideal on grass fed programs and "Back
to Basics" on frame size. Two of our Herd Sires have tested positive for all 8 of Bovigen's Feed Efficiency
Genes. See the Bovigen Gene Star Results Page.
Pressure on feed costs from the Ethanol & other programs are going to demand
that a producers cost/budget "pencil." The cattle industry
can't survive with cattle that don't perform. That's why we say "Back
to Basics - Back to Galloway."
| Champion Junior Bull 2008 NWSS |
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*New* -
We have added 2 new colors to our herd. We are expecting our first Registered Black Galloway calves Sired by our new "Black
Galloway Herd Sire" - Brass Ring Socrates. He is growing up to be quite a very nice bull. He commanded a lot of "Visual
Examination" at the 2008 NWSS. He was Champion Junior Bull We also aquired our first Dun heifer from the Waples in MT. Brass Ring Sunny. She was exposed to Atomic,
we are anxious to see those results! We are very pleased to be on the road to more Dun females from Big Deal Galloways in
Alberta. They will be joining our herd soon.
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Galloway Characteristics
- Moderate Mature Size - Cows 1,200 - 1,500 lbs, Bulls 1,800 - 2,300
- Proven at Altitude - Highly Resistant, if not immune to Brisket Disease
- Highly Maternal - Females wean a higher percent of calf crop per year
- Easy Calving - Rarely need assistance
- Rich
Milk Production - Udder is high & tight, black color, no sun burn, kicking off spring calves
- Distinct Coat - Long hair cuts feed costs 25%
- Good Foragers
- Breed is Preferred for Grass Finishing programs and will forage in snow.
- Hair Gene - for Club calves
- Naturally Polled
- Strongest Poll in the Beef Industry today. Added savings, no dehorning
- Docile
- For easy handling
- Colors - White w/ black points,
Black, Red, Dun, silver Dun and Belted
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2008 NWSS Champion Junior Bull Brass Ring Socrates - 2008 NWSS Champion Junior Bull
- 2007 NWSS Reserve Champion Bull Calf
His Resume is already building! ***Semen Straws Now Available. Visit
the Cattle for Sale Page
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