The highs and lows of Holstein steers
Holstein steers have become a solid contributor to the nation’s beef supply. According to Penn State’s Tara Felix, 5.5% of fed cattle slaughtered for beef in 2011 were Holsteins. By 2016, that number escalated to 20.4%.
With a growing number of dairy bull calves being raised for beef, Felix discussed what she considered to be “the good, the bad, and the ugly from a beef gal’s perspective” about Holstein steers during the I-29 Moo University Dairy Beef Short Course.
The pros
One positive aspect Felix highlighted was the Holstein breed’s calm temperament, which makes them easy to work with. In addition, once Holstein calves get through the preweaning and transition phases, she said they generally have fewer respiratory issues at the feedlot than native beef calves that come straight from a pasture setting.
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