Montana State University, Bozeman. By cross breeding these strains, commercial producers can realize the added benefit of hybrid vigor to enhance reproduction, soundness and overall lifetime productivity. The perfect mate for cows which are primarily of Hereford, Simmental or Limousin stock. This moderate, intermediate framed strain was developed from an Angus base. The primary objective measurement for the selection is weaning weight , which is moderately heritable and repeatable.
Emphasis is put on mothering ability and sound udders.
The ideal match for Gelbvieh, Angus or Limousin stock. This strain was developed primarily from a Hereford base. It is selected the same as M1's. Lifetime productivity of the dams is another important factor used to select bulls in the Maternal Strains. The right partner for Angus, Simmental or Hereford stock.