Welcome back to the American Cattlemen Podcast. Just ahead, we have Dustin Hector, He's the Director of Business Development for the American Cattlemen media group and he sits down with Harold Brubaker with the American Blue Cattle Association. 
Harold's journey into cattle breeding began after moving to North Carolina in 1969, where he sought a distinctive cattle breed that stood out from traditional options.
Intrigued by low-fat, low-cholesterol trends, Harold discovered American Blue Cattle, initially importing embryos from England and becoming a pioneering breeder in the eastern United States. The breed offers remarkable advantages for cattle producers, particularly in feed efficiency and meat quality.
American Blue cattle are renowned for their exceptional feed conversion, producing more protein with less energy compared to traditional breeds. They can dress out at an impressive 70-75%, with some full-blood animals reaching up to 81% yield. Their lean muscle structure requires less energy to produce meat, making them highly sustainable and profitable for farmers.
The breed's unique characteristics include a fine muscle fiber similar to Jersey cattle, low-stress temperament, and remarkable adaptability across diverse climates - from Canada to Florida and even the Dominican Republic. Their meat is notably low in fat and cholesterol, with one cardiologist recommending it exclusively for heart patients.
Color variations are diverse, ranging from solid black and white to roan, stemming from historical short horn crossbreeding. The American Blue Cattle Association, founded in the late 1980s, supports breeders by providing registration services, breeding guidance, and promoting the breed's advantages.
Harold emphasized the breed's potential as a terminal cross, demonstrating superior performance when crossed with traditional breeds like Angus. A USDA study confirmed American Blue cattle's top performance across 22 factors, including feed efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
For producers seeking a high-performance, health-conscious cattle breed, American Blue offers a compelling option with proven genetic advantages.
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