“The eight-year-old Charolais tipped the scales at 3,682lb (1,670kg) – a staggering 300lb more than he weighed one year ago.”

“Incredibly, the record-breaking bullock is the equivalent of a late teenager and is still growing.”

“I could feed him heavier but I don’t want to make him look grotesque. I want him to be healthy and put on weight naturally. That’s why I keep him outdoors in a field.”