Piemontese

Piemontese cattle originate from the region of Piedmont in northwest Italy, a region that is secluded and protected by the Alps mountain range. This area was populated with an ancient European breed of cattle known as Auroch (Bos Primigenius). Descendants of the Aurochs and other domestic European cattle common to the more temperate zones belong to the species of bovine known as Bos Taurus.

Approximately 25,000 years ago, Zebu cattle (Bos Indicus), which were common in tropical areas such as India and Africa, began to migrate from Pakistan, some of which stopped preferring the valleys of the Piedmont region, taking advantage of the natural Alpine barriers.    more...

Upcoming Piemontese Cattle Shows and Events

World Beef Expo
     Location: Wisconsin State Fair Park, West Allis, Wisconsin, United States
     When: Friday 26th to Sunday 28th September 2008

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Royal New Zealand Show 2008
     Location: Canterbury Agricultural Park, Christchurch, New Zealand
     When: Friday 14th November 2008

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National Western Stock Show
     Location: National Western Complex, 4655 Humboldt St., Denver, CO 80216, USA
     When: Saturday 10th to Sunday 25th January 2009

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Upcoming Piemontese Cattle Sales / Auctions

World Beef Expo
     Location: Wisconsin State Fair Park, West Allis, Wisconsin, United States
     When: Friday 26th to Sunday 28th September 2008

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Beef Australia 2009
     Location: Rockhampton, Queensland
     When: Monday 04th to Saturday 09th May 2009

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