| Premium Black Angus Beef® brand |
USDA Prime |
Youthful A Maturity
* "A" maturity product is more tender. |
Older B Maturity
accepted |
Marbling
* Modest or higher marbling
* Medium or fine marbling texture |
No Standard |
Superior Muscling
* Eliminates dairy influenced animals and makes sure steaks are consistent in size.
|
No Standard |
Leanness
* Selects for optimum leanness by eliminating Yield Grade 4&5 product |
No Standard |
No Dark Coloring
* Ensures the best presentation and flavor |
No Standard |
No Internal Hemorrhages
* Ensures the most appealing appearance |
No Standard |
No Braham-influenced Cattle
* Braham cattle are proven to have more variation in tenderness |
No Standard |
Ribeye Area
* 10 to 16 square inches |
No Standard |
Carcass Weight
* Less than 1,000 pounds |
No Standard |
External Fat Limits
* Less than 1 inch |
No Standard |
