FLECKVIEH / SIMENTAL

The largest distribution area in Austria belongs to Fleckvieh, which contains more than 1.5 million animals. Its range extends from the alpine regions to the dense lowlands in the east with hot summers. The Fleckvieh breed produces very good meat along with milk that is comparable to that of pure dairy breeds under ideal management conditions. Fitness qualities, fertility, lifespan, ease of calving, calf viability, somatic cell counts, persistency, together with good confirmation and udder shape, are given a lot of attention. Outstanding breed for dual purposes with good milk and beef production rates. quickly adjusts to various management and feeding circumstances. Due to exceptional qualities, the second-largest dairy breed in the world is expanding globally: Typical breed used for both milk and beef Milk output varies from 7500 kg to 11 000 kg per lactation depending on management and feeding intensity. low number of somatic cells High solids (42.0% F and 34.60% P) Robust, fertile, and long-lasting Brief intercalation time Suitable for attached stable systems, pastures, and large loose housing systems in small holdings. Cold and heat tolerant High carcass weights with bulls up to 500 kg and heifers up to 400 kg Bull calf prices are very high. Bulls in feedlots typically gain around 1300 g per day. Carcasse roughly 58% Simple calving and a particularly strong maternal instinct