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      • Galloway cattle, with their rich history, unique physical traits, and sustainable meat production capabilities, continue to be an important breed in the world of agriculture.
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  2. The breed’s history as a pure breed means that Galloway cattle are genetically consistent and impart outstanding vigor to crossbred offspring. Black offspring have the advantage of receiving the same premium price given to Angus cattle as part of the Certified Angus Beef program.

  3. Nov 11, 2023 · Galloway cattle are a heritage beef breed known for their hardy nature, docile temperament, and tasty meat. Originating from the Galloway region of Scotland, they are one of the oldest breeds of cattle in the world. Galloway cattle are medium-sized, polled (naturally hornless), dual-purpose cattle.

  4. The Galloway is a Scottish breed of beef cattle, named after the Galloway region of Scotland, where it originated during the seventeenth century. It is usually black, is of average size, is naturally polled and has a thick coat suitable for the harsh climate of Scotland.

  5. Sep 29, 2022 · Galloway, which has given its name to this breed of black or dun polled cattle, was an ancient regality or lordship lying in the south-west of Scotland. 'Galloway' is derived from the words Gallovid, or Gaul and the Gauls were the first to inhabit this part of Scotland.

  6. Dec 6, 2023 · Galloway cattle, originating from the rugged and remote hills of Galloway in Southwestern Scotland, are one of the world’s oldest and most distinctive cattle breeds. Known for their hardiness, adaptability, and unique appearance, Galloway cattle have played a significant role in agricultural history and continue to be valued in modern farming.

  7. Between the late 1700s and early 1800s, the Galloway breed was developed through selection for more standardized, polled beef cattle that retained environmental adaptation. Galloways came to be celebrated for their efficiency on rough forage, maternal ability, and high-quality beef.

  8. Nov 5, 2020 · Galloway cattle are a heritage livestock breed known to produce high-quality meat on a diet of free-range pasture alone, making it a good breed for a homesteader looking to be completely...

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