One Fine Acre - 2023 4H Steer Project Update

[OneFineAcre]

I could use about 6 extra set of hands right now. But seriously, that was very nice of her. While my DH was in the hospital a friend came by my place on her only day off and cleaned two stalls, moved a doe that had just freshened, fed everyone, and left me food in the refrigerator. Good friends are a blessing.

They sure are.

 

[ragdollcatlady]

You could send that friend my way......

Congrats on the new kids!

 

[OneFineAcre]

She really cleaned the barn

 

[Baymule]

What a great way to end a kidding season! Twin does that are so purely gorgeous! Adorable!

 

[OneFineAcre]

Steer 1 on left, Steer 2 on Right

Steer 1

Steer 2

@farmerjan
@greybeard

Steer 1 is still larger than 2. I don't know that Maurine's dad can say for sure that there isn't a difference in their age. If there isn't I think it's just that steer 1 is a better animal. The have the same sire, so must be the cow.

 

[Baymule]

Steak on the hoof. Hamburgers on the grill......roast in the oven....

 

[frustratedearthmother]

They look delicious!

 

[greybeard]

Steer 1 on left, Steer 2 on Right

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Steer 1

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Steer 2

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@farmerjan
@greybeard

Steer 1 is still larger than 2. I don't know that Maurine's dad can say for sure that there isn't a difference in their age. If there isn't I think it's just that steer 1 is a better animal. The have the same sire, so must be the cow.

Yep steer #1 is further along the finishing than steer#2. I can see fat around the tailhead on #1--careful you don't get them too fat--it is easy to over-finish one.

 

[OneFineAcre]

Yep steer #1 is further along the finishing than steer#2. I can see fat around the tailhead on #1--careful you don't get them too fat--it is easy to over-finish one.

What would you estimate that he weighs?

We have appointment at slaughter house on July 11th. Have to schedule 3 months in advance.

 

[greybeard]

What would you estimate that he weighs?

It's always difficult to estimate weight from a picture. Nothing in the pic's near background or foreground to compare to for height or length of the animal. It does look pretty girthy, with good hindquarters but I can't get a good view of the brisket and shoulder area. Angus aren't really my plate of beef (I raise those leggy Chars and beefmasters) but heck-- I'll bite tho and guess 950lbs-975lbs for #1. #2 probably 200-250lbs less.