But do you know your Angus from your Hereford? These cattle breeds both produce high-quality beef, so differentiating between the two is an impressive marker of a true connoisseur. The two ...

The NFU also has questions about whether the beef can be properly described as Hereford, as the practice in South America is to cross breed cattle with other hardy types, such as the Zebu.

“The supermarket is able to brand its product in such a way because the type of cattle used are ... s veterinary department. The beef herd is predominantly Hereford with Angus in smaller numbers.