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Charolais cows and calves

Charolais cows and calves

These Charolais cows and calves show the heavy, well-muscled characteristics and white colouring typical of the breed. Traditionally, Charolais had horns, but these animals appear to be the polled (hornless) variety.

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Archives New Zealand - Te Rua Mahara o te Kawanatanga
Reference: AANR 6325/W3302 Drawer 1

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Robert Peden. 'Beef farming', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 27-Sep-11
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/beef-farming/5/2