EPDs, Indexes & Selection Tools
Simplified selection
The dollar-beef ($B) index helps cattlemen select for cattle that perform and grade. Megan Rolf, Oklahoma State University animal scientist, discusses how to use such selection indexes effectively.
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A nutritionist talks about genomics
This column might be a little bit like your plumber doing your taxes, but bear with me.In the field of animal science we tend to specialize, especially in research, by discipline.
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Bull buyers select for profitability traits
As bull buying season begins, beef cow-calf producers are encouraged to prioritize profitability traits. Identifying bulls with well-balanced traits that meet the priorities of a particular operation is critical.
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As AI technology improves, so do cattle
Cliff Lamb, of the University of Florida, and Willie Altenburg, of Genex Cooperative, talk about the advantages of artificial insemination (AI) and fixed-time breeding protocols.
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Using indexes to guide bull buying decisions
There has really been an explosion of information available to ranchers to help make genetic decisions.
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Select for profit
To make more money, try selecting for profit. That’s what dollar-value indexes help cattle producers do.
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Is it time for a new herd bull?
It won’t be long until breeding season for herds that calve in the spring, and it is never too early to start planning.
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What should come with your herd bull purchase?
Bull sales are in full swing, and it’s time to study the bull catalogs to select your desired bulls. You start narrowing down the bulls with your selection parameters.
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EPD accuracy
The accuracy rating of expected progeny differences (EPDs) on seedstock cattle can vary significantly.
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Angus improves genetic selection tools
Genomic-enhanced EPDs and $Values provide better characterization of Angus cattle.
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Use the information in a bull sale catalog or sire summary
There is a plethora of information available today to help producers make selection decisions when choosing the next sire for their cow herd.
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