Module 2: Breeding Objectives & Bull Selection

Module 2: Breeding Objectives & Bull Selection


This module on Breeding Objectives and Bull Selection looks in depth at how best to go about setting your breeding objectives so that you have a clear genetic game plan, plus how to turn that plan into action when it come to selecting your next Limousin bull.


The topics covered in the below resources include:

  • Planning and preparing ahead
  • Setting your breeding objectives by fully defining your genetic plan
  • Finding and selecting a seedstock producer
  • Knowing how to use and get value from EBV's and Selection Indexes to turn your genetic plan into action
  • Before the sale
  • Ranking bulls using your chosen Selection Index
  • Considering individual EBV's of importance
  • Other traits or details of importance to consider ahead of the sale
  • On sale day
  • Final pre-sale checklist


These topics are all covered in the resources shown below. Click on each resource to learn more.

 


Breeding Objectives & Bull Selection:

In addition to the above resources, you can read more in BREEDPLANS Guide to Animal Selection.


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