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University of Queensland: Tail Hair the Key to Predicting Performance in Cattle
June 19, 2025
BRISBANE, Australia, June 19 (TNSjou) -- The University of Queensland issued the following news:

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Tail hair the key to predicting performance in cattle

Plucking a single tail hair could allow beef producers to quickly and easily identify the most efficient cattle, according to University of Queensland research.

The study found measuring nitrogen levels in tail hair could identify cattle with superior nitrogen efficiency and better response . . .

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