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The Rancher’s Guide to
50K
Bull selection is one of the most
significant decisions ranchers
make in terms of influencing the
overall profitability of their
operations; therefore, Red Angus
strives to deliver reliable genetic
predictions to stakeholders to
ensure producers are making the
most informed decisions possi-
ble in pursuit of production
goals.
For years, ranchers utilizing Red Angus
EPDs (Expected Progeny Differences) in
their selection decisions have enjoyed
the built-in reliability and risk reduction
provided through the breed’s early adop-
tion of Total Herd Reporting (THR) data.
To further advance EPD accuracy and
reliability, Red Angus can now incorpo-
rate 50K genomic data.
For generations, animal breeders have
relied on phenotypic measurements to
determine what the animal possesses at
the gene level. Now, with the inclusion of
50K genomic data, we can actually
measure the impact of identified gene ef-
fects before the weight or measurement
is ever recorded.
Red Angus’ new 50K test
proves to be a game changer.
•
Ensure your yearling heifer bulls are “calving-ease
specialists.”
•
Confirm your cowherd-building bulls have optimal
genes for maternal traits.
•
Make certain your carcass bulls are superior grid
producers.
Information gained from 50K genomic data and Total Herd
Reporting data provides Red Angus stakeholders’ EPDs with
unsurpassed reliability.
