Origins: Originated in southwest France and date back to the sixth century. Today’s breed is a combination of the Garonnais of the plains, Garonnais of the hills and the Blonde des Pyrenees.

Quality traits: Crosses well with other breeds, is heavily muscled, and yield a high percentage of lean meat. Cows are known for ease in calving.

Weight of bulls: 1900 to 2300 lbs.

Weight of cows: 1100 to 1500 lbs.

Appearance: Range in colour from a solid wheat shade to darker shades with lighter rings around the eyes and muzzle, on the inner sides of the legs and under the belly and shins.

Origins: Originated in France. First imported to Canada in 1968.