Who is Valentine?
#Valentine, Gasconne, mascot of # SIA2012
Valentine is a Gasconne cow with a magnificent grey, slightly silver coat and lyre-shaped horns.
The robustness of this cow, its ease of calving, its ability to use rough fodder as well as the quality of its meat, all represent significant financial advantages.
The Gasconne breed, originating from the South-West of France, is located in Midi-Pyrénées and Languedoc-Roussillon: from the Pyrenées - where it developed strength and remarkable pulling power - to the plains of the Garonne.
In addition to its obvious hardiness and low maintenance costs, the Gasconne is known for its longevity and excellent productivity. Its fame also comes from its tender and tasty meat.