Brafords

Brafords were first developed in 1946 in Central Queensland by introducing Brahman genetics into a Hereford herd, creating a breed resistant to cattle ticks and eye cancer by combining the loose skin and heat tolerance of the Brahman with Hereford markings and a sleek coat.

Brafords are bred to withstand harsh seasons while remaining fertile and functional. Supported by feed efficiency data and meat quality awards, the modern Braford is a versatile addition to both straight and crossbreeding programs.

The breed’s hybrid vigor delivers mobility, fertility, and highly desirable carcass traits, while smaller calves ensure trouble-free births in commercial operations.

According to the Australian Braford Association, the breed strikes the perfect balance of Bos Indicus genetics to handle tough conditions and British genetics for meat processor requirements.

Genomic Testing for the Australian Braford Industry

We are proud to work with the Australian Braford Society to provide affordable, accessible and accurate genomic testing solutions to seedstock and commercial Braford breeders.

We invest in cutting-edge technologies that empower producers to make breeding decisions that are faster, smarter, and more profitable.

Braford Testing Options

Cattle Parentage Verification

Cattle parentage testing uses DNA analysis to accurately identify the sire and dam of an animal. By comparing genetic markers from calves and potential parents, the test provides a reliable confirmation of pedigree, helping producers to:

Improve breeding accuracy
Preserves the integrity of breeding records
Enables efficient herd management
Identifies underperforming animals, educating culling decisions
Long term genetic improvement within herds

Bovine VERSA 85K

A perfect fit for the Braford breed, the Bovine VERSA 85K has demonstrated strong performance for tropically adapted cattle. 85,000 SNPs of Bos Indicus and Bos Taurus content, this chip has been developed to increase accuracies for both pure bred and composite cattle when used in genetic evaluations, translating directly into real value on farm.