Dynamics of live weight and linear measurements of body of young meat cattle in the conditions of western region of Ukraine
The age dynamics of live weight and exterior body measurements of young limousine breed animals and Volyn meat breed animals in the western region of Ukraine are considered in the article. Age, gender and interbreed difference in terms of body weight and body measurements of young limousine and Volyn meat breeds are determined. In all age periods on the above indicators calves surpassed heifers. On live weight and average daily gain the best were young limousine breed animals, and on the relative speed of growth - Volyn meat breed animals (exception - the age of 6-9 months). Young animals of both breeds were characterized by good growth and development, as well as typical meat cattle exterior.