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Santa Gertrudis
noun
San·ta Ger·tru·dis
ˌsan-tə-(ˌ)gər-ˈtrü-dəs 
: any of a U.S. breed of red beef cattle developed from a Brahman-shorthorn cross and valued for their hardiness in hot climates
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Between 24,000 and 44,000 cattle live on the property at any one time, mostly the ranch’s famed Santa Gertrudis, a breed developed at the ranch.
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Pam Leblanc, Southern Living, 26 Jan. 2025
In 2023, Grandview lost in the state semifinal to Santa Gertrudis Academy.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 May 2024
The White Isle has unique riding companies dotted around the island—from the mountains to the beaches—such as North Ride Ibiza and Ibiza Stud in Santa Gertrudis.
—Chloe Sachdev, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Feb. 2024
The romantic lighting, rustic vibes, and its location at the center of Santa Gertrudis are perfect for a great conversation over a good meal.
—Carine Lavache, ELLE, 21 July 2023
With more than 14,000 followers on Twitter, Barber has used the social media platform to outline some of his views, retweet those who have supported his campaign and tell tales about work on his Unmerited Ranch, with Santa Gertrudis cattle in the background of videos he’s posted.
—The Salt Lake Tribune, 15 June 2022
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Pam Leblanc, Southern Living, 26 Jan. 2025
In 2023, Grandview lost in the state semifinal to Santa Gertrudis Academy.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 May 2024
The White Isle has unique riding companies dotted around the island—from the mountains to the beaches—such as North Ride Ibiza and Ibiza Stud in Santa Gertrudis.
—Chloe Sachdev, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Feb. 2024
The romantic lighting, rustic vibes, and its location at the center of Santa Gertrudis are perfect for a great conversation over a good meal.
—Carine Lavache, ELLE, 21 July 2023
With more than 14,000 followers on Twitter, Barber has used the social media platform to outline some of his views, retweet those who have supported his campaign and tell tales about work on his Unmerited Ranch, with Santa Gertrudis cattle in the background of videos he’s posted.
—The Salt Lake Tribune, 15 June 2022
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“Santa Gertrudis.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Santa%20Gertrudis. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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Santa Gertrudis
noun
San·ta Ger·tru·dis
ˌsant-ə-(ˌ)gər-ˈtrüd-əs
: any of a breed of red beef cattle that were developed from a cross between Brahmans and shorthorns and that are tolerant of hot climates
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