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Crossbreeding has been proven as one of the most successful methods of increasing production in a commercial herd.

More Australian producers now rely on crossbreeding programs than ever before.
Santa Gertrudis have played an extensive role in the major beef producing areas of Australia in establishing crossbreeding as common practice.

The progeny of Santa Gertrudis bulls used over Hereford and Shorthorn females more than 40 years ago commenced a virtual avalanche of breeders turning to the Cherry Red Breed for quicker returns and a healthier bank balance.

Crossbred Santa Gertrudis cattle regularly top store and prime cattle markets throughout Australia. They are now sought after by all major meatworks because of their excellent lean meat yield potential and suitability for a wide range of top grade markets.

Crossbred Santa Gertrudis make outstanding export bullocks, they are ideal and in huge demand in the restaurant and domestic trades. Dairy farmers throughout Australia are discovering the benefits of Santa Gertrudis as excellent vealer sires.

The Santa Gertrudis cross provides a breeding female with a large frame, excellent milking ability and longevity - all of which combine to give you more cost efficient beef production.

In the cross breeding business the Santa Gertrudis Cross Animal stands alone.

Crossbred Santa Gertrudis cattle regularly top store and prime cattle markets throughout Australia.

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