Document Type
Report
Report Number
Cattle 81-7
Publication Date
1981
Summary
A comparison of crossbred bulls, steers and heifers indicated that bulls have heavier carcasses, larger rib eyes and a more desirable yield grade. The USDA quality grade of the bulls was one-third of a grade lower than for the steers and heifers. The sensory and palatability characteristics showed no significant differences among axes. Implanted bulls as compared to non-implanted bulls showed more desirable taste panel scores for tenderness, juiciness and overall panel desirability.
Number of Pages
5
Type
text
Format
application/pdf
Language
en
Publisher
Department of Animal Science, Agricultural Experiment Station, South Dakota State University
Recommended Citation
Stout, J. D.; Gee, D. H.; Kuhl, G. L.; and Carlson, C. W., "Effects of Sex and Hormonal Implant on Beef Carcass Characteristics and Palatability" (1981). South Dakota Cattle Feeders Field Day Proceedings and Research Reports, 1981. 8.
https://openprairie.sdstate.edu/sd_cattlefeed_1981/8