Yes, we do eat bull, though it's often marketed and consumed as beef. Most male cattle are castrated and slaughtered for meat, ultimately ending up as beef products.
Here's a breakdown:
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What happens to male cattle? Aside from a small percentage kept for breeding, the vast majority of male cattle are castrated and then raised for meat. These castrated males are called steers.
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Bulls vs. Steers: The meat from a bull (uncastrated male) can be tougher and have a stronger flavor, especially in older animals. This is why castration is common; it results in a more tender and palatable meat product. Steers are generally preferred for beef production because they gain weight more efficiently and produce higher-quality meat.
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When are they slaughtered? Most male cattle are slaughtered before the age of three.
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What about work oxen? In some regions, male cattle are castrated and used as work oxen for haulage. While they eventually might be slaughtered for meat as well, their primary purpose is labor.
In conclusion, while not as common as steer meat, bull meat is consumed and considered "beef," and the majority of male cattle raised for meat are processed before they become fully mature bulls to improve meat quality.
