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Dehorning cattle a dilemma for some breeders, but genetically polled on increase in national herd

Sarah and Sam Becker introduced poll genetics to their herd around 10 years ago. (ABC Rural: Megan Hughes)

Queensland graziers Sam and Sarah Becker have spent a decade painstakingly breeding their idea of perfect beef cattle — but one trait they chase never makes it to the plate.

They are breeding out the controversial practice of dehorning, using genetics to produce animals that do not grow horns. 

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