Limousin Fact #1
The Limousin difference
First in a series of fact sheets brought to you by Limousin breeders in
south west Victoria
Like most others, you are probably a bit turned off by statistics, but
consider this: research* has proved that Limousin cattle produce
carcasses that have….
19% more high value cuts
8% more in yield of retail cuts and
6-11% more tenderness than other cattle of the same live weight with
no extra feed!
This is due to two things.
 Firstly the unique Limousin muscling gene (F94L). Most Limousins
have two copies of this gene which causes them to lay down more
muscle in the areas that matter – eg the back end. You can ask
Limousin breeders whether their animals carry two copies of the
gene, because we can test for it now. Most Limousin bulls will
pass on one copy of the gene to all of his crossbred offspring, so
the resulting calves have half the extra value above.
 Secondly, Limousins are not as heavy-boned as other breeds. The
proportion of bone in a Limousin carcase is less than other breeds
which contributes to the extra yield of retail cuts.
Butchers love them!
Bulls available for sale on a farm near you.
Contact your local agent or see www.wvlimousin.com.au for details
You can send your comments on this email to wvlimousin@gmail.com
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Dr Wayne Pitchford, University of Adelaide