Simmental

breed of cattle

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The Simmental is a large breed of cattle originating from the Simme River valley in Switzerland. These cattle are typically buff or dull red and white in color and are highly regarded globally for both their meat and milk production. The Simmental breed is one of several prominent cattle breeds that originated outside the British Isles, alongside those from India, France, and Africa. They are known for their yellowish-brown or red coloration with distinctive white markings.12

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The Simmental accounts for nearly half of the cattle of Switzerland, Austria, and the western areas of Germany. Smaller than the Charolais and Limousin, the Simmental was developed for milk, meat, and draft. It is yellowish brown or red with characteristic white markings.
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The Simmental accounts for nearly half of the cattle of Switzerland, Austria, and the western areas of Germany. Smaller than the Charolais and Limousin, the Simmental was developed for milk, meat, and draft. It is yellowish brown or red with characteristic white markings.
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