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Heterosis.

Heterosis is one of the easiest, lowest cost tools that a commercial cattle producer can utilize to improve the profitability of their operation. Countless bodies of research have documented the advantages of the composite female and include greater calf survivability, increased fertility and longevity, and more total pounds of calf weaned over the course of a cow’s lifetime. Simmental and Angus/Red Angus complement each other so perfectly and it’s no surprise that the SimAngus steer has become one of the most sought after animals in the feeding sector as well. Using SimAngus bulls on SimAngus cows is an easy way to manage and maintain an advantageous level of heterosis in a cowherd.