Comparative characteristics of young crossbred beef cattle of different weights according to the slaughter performance and nutritional value of meat
The results of studies are presented showing the superiority of Aberdeen Angus × black-motley calves at slaughter weight of 460 kg to 400 kg: weight of chilled half-carcasses - by 15,2 % pulp yield - 1,9 %, or 33 kg, the amount of essential amino acids in the protein of meat - by 10,0 %, on polyunsaturated fatty acids content in meat - by 1,9 times. For health and hygiene indicators meat of calves of both groups meets the requirements for child food.