Breed characteristics

The breed in general

Vorderwald cattle originate from the southern Black Forest.

Color:

Vorderwald cattle are brindled red-white. Head and legs are mainly white.

Polled status:

The animals have horns by nature.

Body:

They are characterized by clean, good feet and legs of good angle and very good hooves.

Production traits:

Due to their region of origin, the animals are highly adapted to pasture of sparse mountain sides. Their good, strong hooves are perfect for steep locations on a slope. Through good pasture capability and resistibility, growth capacity and muscularity, high digestion ability and adaptability, the breed is especially suitable for suckler cow husbandry. The vital, long-lasting cows produce 6,000 kg milk with 4 % fat and 3.65 % protein on average.