Origins: Originated from the Limoges Valley in France and was first imported to Canada in 1969.

Quality traits: Referred to as the “carcass breed” and is selected for meat qualities. Known for calving ease and maternal instincts.

Weight of bulls: 2200 to 2400 lbs.

Weight of cows: 1400 to 1600 lbs.

Appearance: Most commonly, colour ranges from a golden wheat colour in the females to a deep red-gold in the males. Black animals are also growing in popularity. Full blood animals can be either horned or polled (born without horns).