THE Charbray is the versatile beef breed combining the hardiness and tick resistance of the Brahman with the lean beef characteristics and docile temperament of the Charolais. Low Birth Weights = No calving problems Charbray-sired calves are small at birth, however, they maximise hybrid vigour with rapid post-birth growth and have outstanding feed-converting ability and weaning weights. Top performance = increased returns Whether fed on grain or grass, Charbrays perform with top feed conversion rates, excellent weight gain and an ideal carcase. Charbrays return premium prices whether sold as weaners, stores or finished cattle, and are in great demand from feedlotters, processors and for the live cattle trade. Fertility The Charbray female has the ability to get in calf under stress conditions while still rearing a calf with high carcase quality. Flexible Breeding Plan The Charbray breeding is flexible and modern. The (Brahman) bos indicus content can be increased to cope with a harsher environment or similarly, reduced in softer environments. The Regulations of the Society allow breeders to introduce either the Brahman or Charolais breed at any stage of the breeding program to refresh the desired attributes of that respective breed.
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TOP PERFORMER: Ron McKenna with his Charbray Huntington Louie.
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