Don't be afraid - they won't bite

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Very nice set of bulls Randy. My picks are Lots 7, 8, 16 & 31. But, still loaded with more bull power then I need and the Herefords seem to be making a slow and steady comeback in our area, so maybe another year. :P

[rkaiser]

SASH - About the hair thing. I own Galloway and Welsh Blacks because I', darn well jealous. Lost most of mine in my 30's

As far as the cattle - Both breeds have been promoted for their hardiness and do-ability for years. Seems we have attracted folks with minimal input on their minds. Thus when time come to sell calves some look a little rough. Feed these cattle as well as the continental folks do and you will find the hair a benefit rather than a detraction in the sale ring.

Sell them when they look good. was a motto I lived by up until our marketing plan kicked in. Still works for the purebred stock, mind you.

I would lastly say that crossbreeding does take some hair off, especially with continental breeds like Limousin, Gelbvieh, Tarentais, Charlais, etc.