Black Baldy

[citation needed] The Black Baldy is traditionally produced by crossing Hereford bulls on Angus cows.

The reverse cross, of Angus bulls on Hereford heifers, may also be employed in an attempt to produce smaller calves and thus reduce dystocia during birth.

[3]: 256 The first-generation calves from this cross uniformly exhibit the three principal dominant traits of the parent breeds – the polled (hornless) characteristic and the black coat of the Angus, and the white face of the Hereford.

[citation needed] Black Baldy calves exhibit heterosis (hybrid vigour), and may be healthier and faster-growing than comparable purebred stock.

[3]: 256  Cows may be mated to a bull of a European beef breed, to produce a heavier, better-muscled and faster-growing calf.