Senepol

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The Senepol breed of beef cattle were developed on the Caribbean Island of St. Croix by Henry C. Nelthropp in the early 1900's by crossing Red Poll cattle and N'Dama cattle. The Senepol breed combines the N'Dama characteristics of heat tolerance and insect resistance with the extreme gentleness, good meat, and high milk production of the Red Poll. They are polled. shorthaired, and comes in the colors of red,black ,and brown.

Heat Tolerance Senepol cattle are known for their tolerance of heat. These animals thrive in the warm summer months and are ideal for tropical climates. USDA studies prove this and you can see it in pastures. On hot summer days, Senepol cattle will not seek the shade, but will continue to graze

Other Characteristics Disease and Insect Resistance USDA research indicates that Senepol have greater immune response when compared to other beef breeds. This is due greatly to the N'Dama influence in Senepol, and is also aided by generations of natural selection being applied on the island of St. Croix.

Calving Ease / Calf Vigor Senepol are similar to Angus in calving and light birth weight. The huge advantage they offer is tremendous calf vigor. Everywhere people are proud of the increased survival of Senepol-sired calves because they jump up and nurse quickly.

Maternal Efficiency Maternal Efficiency is aided by the moderate size, fleshing and foraging ability of the Senepol cow. Adult cows average 1,000 to 1,200 lbs., and consistently wean off 50% or better of their body weight while maintaining an efficient calving interval.

Longevity No characteristic is as meaningful to the overall profitability of a cow/calf operator as longevity. These cows stay in production upwards of 15-20 years!