History:   

In the 18th century old local breeds were crossed with Murztal, Ennstal Pied and Blond cattle, resulting in a rapidly-growing cattle breed with good fattening and draught characteristics.                          

Population in Austria:

Herdbook animals 2010: 5214

Special characteristics:

Well-suited to semi-extensive husbandry, excellent meat quality (tenderness, marbeling), ideal for high quality beef production with oxen. Demand is increasing due to brand-name meat marketing strategies.  

Phenotype description:

Murboden cattle range from pale blond to foxy red in colour, and have a black muzzle with a lighter-coloured snip. The end of the tail and the hooves are dark. Bulls are often darker than cows, especially around the neck.

Further information:

Breeding Organisation in charge:

Rinderzucht Steiermark,

Pichlmayergasse 18, 8700 Leoben

Tel. 03842 25333 40

e-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it