Braford

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The Braford is a cross between a Hereford bull and a Brahman cow. They carry the characteristics of both parents. The Braford is red like a Hereford with white underbelly, head, and feet. It is stockier than a Hereford, though, getting the stockiness from the Brahman.

The Braford is primarily used for beef, but sometimes used for rodeo.

Brafords were developed in Florida. There is also a separate blood line in Australia.

Brafords have heat and insect resistance because of a chemical in their blood^{[citation needed]}. This also makes them ornery by nature^{[citation needed]}. This is why they are sometimes used for rodeos. They do best in warm climates.

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John Pukite- "A Field Guide to Cows", ISBN 0-14-027388-3