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Quality Simmental cattle - one of the UK's great dual-purpose beef breeds

Blackfriar Simmentals breeds pedigree Simmental cattle - one of the oldest, most widely distributed, and most commercially successful beef breeds in the world. Originating in the Simme Valley of Switzerland and now the second largest numerical beef breed globally, the Simmental has earned its place through genuine dual-purpose performance: outstanding growth, exceptional maternal qualities, and cattle that are easy to handle and a pleasure to work with.

WES is proud to have Blackfriar Simmentals as a sponsor - a reminder that WES members share a wider world of livestock and farming that sits at the very heart of the western tradition.

The Simmental breed

The British Simmental is now one of the UK's most profitable and commercially efficient beef breeds - confirmed as the number one continental breed for age at slaughter, producing fast-growing, well-fleshed cattle that hit industry specifications from grass. Milky, long-lasting cows. Easy-calving, terrific temperament. A no-nonsense beef breed that gets the job done.

With over 60 million Simmentals spread across six continents, this is a breed that has stood the test of time - and the modern British Simmental, with decades of selective improvement behind it, is now stronger than ever.

Western roots

It is no coincidence that some of the best western riding traditions grew up alongside cattle work. The partnership between horse and cattle is at the root of western horsemanship - and Blackfriar Simmentals represents exactly that world. WES members who ride ranch, work cattle, or simply appreciate the broader agricultural tradition that western riding grew from will recognise what Blackfriar stands for.

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