Consistency
Diamond D Angus genetics will breed more true over time. We do not subscribe to the bull of the month club.
Calving ease
We have always put emphasis on good calving ease. We typically will not use a bull on cows that we would not also use on first calf heifers.
Carcass traits
Ultrasound has proven that DDA cattle excel in the grass fed beef industry, and as always, are still suitable for the feed lot. Diamond D Angus cattle have proven to be consistently superior in tenderness.
Efficiency
For many years, the cows and calves have been weighed at weaning and conditions scores are given. Typically our cows are weaning calves weighing 50% of their own weight or greater. We prefer a 4-frame cow weighing 1200 to 1300 pounds in good flesh.
Longevity
Most traits can be compared to a chapter in a book, but longevity is the entire book. Diamond D Angus has numerous cows that are still in the herd at the age of fifteen and beyond. Our commercial industry needs great cattle, not cattle with great numbers. Breeding cattle with great numbers is easy. Breeding great cattle is challenging.
