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Livestock research
Cattle fattening and product quality

Cattle fattening and product quality

Within the framework of trials, as well as through national and international contacts and specialist literature, questions relating to all cattle fattening systems represented in Austria (intensive bull fattening with silage and concentrate feed, extensive to medium-intensive heifer and steer fattening, young cattle production from suckler cow husbandry, calf fattening) and suckler cow husbandry are addressed.

Responsibilities:

Optimization of beef production systems
Suckler cow husbandry, young cattle, weaner and calf production
Influence of feeding, breed/genetics/crossbreeding, weight and age on the fattening and slaughter performance of cattle
Pasture farming of fattening cattle and suckler cows
Factors influencing the quality of fresh meat (beef, sheep, goat, pork, game)
Fatty acid profiles in meat and milk

In addition to optimizing production processes (ration formulation, feed intake and conversion, weight development, etc.), our work also focuses on slaughter performance and meat quality (marbling, tenderness, juiciness, etc.). Furthermore, we generate data for efficiency and profitability calculations of cattle fattening systems.
Another key focus is the research and dissemination of alternative cattle production methods to secure the viability of agricultural operations and preserve the cultural landscape.
Animal products from Austria are characterized by high quality. However, the quality and characteristics of meat and milk can vary depending on the production system.
Our research projects investigate the relationships between the production system and the products produced, presenting these relationships in a practical manner.
The goal of our research and implementation activities is to support Austrian cattle fattening and suckler cow husbandry in addressing production and quality issues, as well as adapting to changing conditions.