vleesvee
Vleesvee refers to cattle kept and fattened for beef production, rather than for milk. In the Dutch agricultural sector the term covers dedicated beef breeds as well as crossbreeds from dairy herds that are finished for slaughter. A substantial share of vleesvee comes from male calves born on dairy farms, which are typically marketed after a fattening period, and from cows culled from dairy herds that are further fattened for meat in some systems.
Breeds and selection focus on growth, feed efficiency, carcass yield, and meat quality. Common beef breeds and
Production systems vary. Fattening can take place on specialized fattening units or mixed farms, with a diet
Sustainability and welfare considerations are increasingly central. The sector addresses greenhouse gas emissions, land use, transport