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.
