The lowest monthly average temperature in Shelton for February is 32 degrees. The most monthly precipitation in Shelton occurs in October with 5.8 inches. The air quality index in Shelton is 1% better than the national average. The pollution index in Shelton is 184% worse than the national average.
Bulls will generally weigh from 1600 to 2200 pounds and cows from 1000 to 1400 pounds in average condition. The calves are small at birth, weighing 60 to 65 pounds, but grow very rapidly and wean at weights comparable to other breeds. Disposition. The disposition of Brahman cattle is often questioned.
Brahman Influenced cattle provide explosive heterosis and growth.They will produce a 1200 pound calf-fed steer at twelve months of age. Recent data from the Texas A&M UniversityÂ´s -Ranch To Rail Program- has shown that Brahman cross steers are more efficient than any other breed or cross in terms of gain. The average steer, from other breeds, is marketed at 18 months of age. The cost savings provided by marketing 12 month old steers versus 18 month steers is tremendous.