In 1978 , few could imagine that Anghus beef , once a little -known breed, would become a global symbol meat quality . Today, it decorates the menu of prestigious restaurants and meat counters around world . Its success is the result of careful breeding, scientific approaches and strategic branding .
The reversible point was the emergence of Certified Angus Beef ( CAB) , started in the United States in 1978 . It was created by ranchers and scientists concerned about the deterioration of beef quality The program has introduced 10 strict selection criteria , in particular: marbling ( intramuscular content ), tenderness and muscle elasticity , mascara standards . These indicators guaranteed the stable quality of meat , making CAB a gold standard in the industry.
The key parameter is marbling that gives the steak of juiciness and taste.
For scientific definition of tenderness use Warner- Bratler test :
the less effort you need to cut boiled meat, the higher its level of tenderness. According to Angus Australia ( 2023 ), farmers who switched to Anghka livestock increased by at least $ 116,000 in 10 years . Result: In Australia , more than 50 % of cattle are angry . The breed has become the basis for the meat industry of many countries.
Despite popularity, Angus is not perfect for hot regions . In such circumstances breeds such as Brabant , resistant to heat and feel better . To adapt Angus to new climatic conditions, researchers: introduce the gene " Slick" ( from the breed of Senepol), which provides shorter wool and better thermoregulation. Edit genes with Crispr to create rocks that combine performance and endurance . Argentina and Brazil already use gene editing technologies equating GM- animals to traditionally selected ones. This accelerates breeding , allowing you quickly integrate the necessary features into the herd: heat resistance, greater weight, improved meat quality
Beef angus is not just a brand. This is a world example of how science, breeding and marketing can change agro -industry . The use of genetic technologies promises even higher quality and adaptability, which is important in the conditions of global warming and increased demand for premium products .
