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Maine-Anjou cattle
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Maine-Anjou cattle

Place of Origin France
Origin The Maine-Anjou (in French: Maine-Anjou, Rouge des Prés) is a breed of cattle originating in the Anjou region in West France. It was created by the Viscount Olivier de Rougé in 1908 in Chenillé-Changé.
Purpose It is primarily raised for beef production.
Appearance Maine-Anjou are red and white (sometimes black or roan).
Horns They are horned or polled (hornless).
Cows Average Weight 680 - 862 kg (1,500 - 1,900 lbs.)
Bulls Average Weight 998 - 1406 kg (2,200 - 3,100 lbs.)
Other Considerations The first Maine-Anjou imported into North America came to Canada in 1969. These cattle were then introduced to the United States through artificial insemination.
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