International Markets - Livestock Genetics - Beef

Ohio’s Beef Industry

• Ohio’s extremely high quality cow herds represent the best genetics in the world.
• Ohio cattlemen are involved in performance testing programs to assure that their industry uses cutting-edge technology to supply the export market. 

• Ohio beef cattle producers are purebred-oriented, offering more than 20 breeds from which to choose.
• Ohio is the epicenter for the development of embryo transfer and the headquarters for COBA/Select Sires and Certified Angus Beef, LLC (CAB).
• The Ohio Beef Expo held in Columbus every March is a showcase for Ohio beef genetics.

• The Ohio Cattlemen’s Association produces an annual publication called The Ring that identifies over 600 seedstock producers, many of whom are experienced exporters.

Major Ohio Breeds: Angus, Charolais, Hereford, Limousin, Maine-Anjou, Murray Grey, Simmental, and Texas Longhorn