Published in Scientific Papers. Series D. Animal Science, Vol. LXVI, Issue 2
Written by Miroslav HRISTOV, Nikolay MARKOV, Tsvetelina DIMITROVA, Lora MONDESHKA, Svetoslava STOYCHEVA
Limousin is a cattle breed created and selected in France, more than 150 years ago in the region of the cities of Limoges, Albussac, La Courtine in the regions of Limousin and Marche that are part of the central massif of southwestern France, through artificial and natural selection, by the way of selection of the local Blonde d'Aquitaine, distinguished by a rough constitution and used for work. Local natural and climatic conditions affected on its creation. The aim of the present study was to analyze the creation, consolidation, exterior and constitution and related selection, available gene pool and the trend of distribution of Limousin breed worldwide, in Europe, and particularly Bulgaria. This is a breed with excellent meat production qualities. The cattle of this breed are unpretentious in feeding and care, having good utilization of pastures, and have normal fertility. They are resistant to diseases, and show intensive growth. They are used for the production of lean, high-quality beef and for industrial cross-breeding. The study is based on analysis of scientific developments and concepts dedicated to beef cattle breeding. General scientific research methods, information-logical analysis of scientific and scientific-practical information were used as methodological basis for its implementation.
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