Hitting the Industry's Carcass Target
Choice grade with Yield Grade 1 or 2
Feeders and packers demand an animal that will grade Choice with a Yield Grade 1 or 2. SmartCross genetics help you hit this target consistently.
What the Market Demands
Choice
Target Quality Grade
YG 1-2
Target Yield Grade
Gelbvieh Carcass Traits
- Superior muscling and red meat yield
- Lean beef with less external fat waste
- Large ribeye area
- Consistent carcass performance
Balancer Carcass Advantage
Balancers combine Gelbvieh leanness and muscling with Angus marbling - hitting the sweet spot for carcass premiums. The Continental x British blend produces cattle that grade well while maintaining yield grade advantages.