Heat Tolerance
Senepol cattle are known for their tolerance of heat. These animals thrive in the warm summer months and are ideal for tropical climates. USDA studies prove this and you can see it in pastures. On hot summer days, Senepol cattle will not seek the shade, but will continue to graze.

Disease and Insect Resistance
USDA research indicates that Senepol have greater immune response when compared to other beef breeds. This is due greatly to the N'Dama influence in Senepol, and is also aided by generations of natural selection being applied on the island of St. Croix.

Calving Ease / Calf Vigor
Senepol are similar to Angus in calving and light birth weight. The huge advantage they offer is tremendous calf vigor. Everywhere people are proud of the increased survival of Senepol-sired calves because they jump up and nurse quickly.

Maternal Efficiency
Maternal Efficiency is aided by the moderate size, fleshing and foraging ability of the Senepol cow. Adult cows average 1,000 to 1,200 lbs., and consistently wean off 50% or better of their body weight while maintaining an efficient calving interval.

Longevity
No characteristic is as meaningful to the overall profitability of a cow/calf operator as longevity. These cows stay in production upwards of 15-20 years!

Polled Heads
Senepol cattle are naturally polled through their Red Poll genetic heritage. Polled heads mean less bruising and no dehorning.

Hybrid Vigor
Senepols complement many breeds and help to bring their advantageous traits to areas where heat tolerance is a requirement.

Delicious Tender Beef
If you are looking for delicious tender beef that the consumer will enjoy, Senepol is your breed. Senepol is a Bos Taurus breed which boasts consistent tender beef. DNA Tenderness testing through Bovigen shows Senepol's predisposition for passing on their tenderness traits on to their progeny.