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Welcome Cattlemen!
We want to invite you to the Bradshaw Ranch Bull Sale! We appreciate your consideration in our program and interest in this quality offering.
With a deep passion for this industry and coming from generational cattlemen we are striving to carry on the tradition of raising good cattle for many years to come. Acquiring our cow herd from Hoffman Ranch gave us the right foundation to build upon and further develop the type of cattle who will make lasting impressions in any operation. We are excited to have put together this offering of elite bulls who represent the kind of cattle we want to raise
Throughout the catalog you will see both prominent Hereford and Angus genetics that go back to some very influential programs. We hope this enhances confidence in your decision making to know these bulls not only come with proven pedigrees, but also read with desirable phenotypic traits. Their soundness of structure, balance and genuine power will add value and longevity to your purebred operation.
We also see the usefulness in these high quality, functional bulls as herd sires who deserve a spot in the commercial cattleman’s operation. With a positive future ahead in the cattle market we firmly believe this is the time to invest in bulls of this caliber to further improve the commercial cow-calf herd. Whether you’re in the market for a Hereford with the goal to make F1 baldies, an efficient, hardy cross with the added heterosis and performance to add pounds while increasing fertility and longevity in replacement females. Alternatively, an elite Angus bull can offer low birth weights, high weaning weights injecting the added growth and strength of carcass traits leading to a more consistent commercial calf crop and market advantages.
This offering of yearling and age-advantage bulls have been developed on a high roughage-based diet. They have been semen tested and are ready to go to work in your herd.
The bulls are available for viewing any time here on the ranch in La Belle, Missouri, or on the day of the sale in Palmyra, Missouri. If we can be of any assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Once again, we are glad you are here and appreciate your support; our family looks forward to working with you.
God Bless,
Riley and Hannah Bradshaw Ranch
BRADSHAW RANCH
Bull Sale
FRIDAY, March 21, 2025 | 5:00 p.m. (CST)
Contact: Riley Bradshaw 217-491-6096 Tyler Haerr 217-257-4639
Sale Location: F&T Livestock Market 5864 US-24 Palmyra, MO 63461
Ranch Location: 12180 272nd Street LaBelle, MO 63447
Auctioneer: Cody Lowderman .
AHA Rep: Corbin Cowles
AAA Rep: Adam Conover
Special Assignment: Joe Rickabaugh .
Special Assignment: Austin Sorensen
Photography/Videography: Mikayln White .
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Veterinarian: Dr . David Hudson, Canton Vet Service
Sale Schedule
12:00 P.M (CST): Cattle Available for Viewing 4:00 P.M . (CST): Complimentary Meal 5:00 P M . (CST): Bradshaw Ranch Bull Sale
Absentee Bidding:
If you would like to place a bid but are unable to attend the sale, please contact Riley Bradshaw to do so. You may also bid online with Live-Ag.com
LiveAg: 817-533-6699
Terms:
Terms of the sale are cash or check, payable during or after the sale. All invoices must be paid before bulls are released; Cattle will be sold to the highest bidder with all disputes settled by the auctioneer. All sales are final, and cattle are the buyer’s risk immediately after the animal is sold. Let Riley Bradshaw know any arrangements for pick-up and trucking when you make settlement.
Guarantee:
All bulls have been semen tested and examined to be sound and guaranteed breeders. If an animal fails to breed and is reported to the seller by September 1, 2025, it can be returned to seller if in acceptable condition. If the bull is confirmed to be a non-breeder, a replacement bull if available or credit towards the purchase of a replacement bull in our next sale will be offered.
Interest:
100% Interest and Possession sold on all the bulls unless otherwise noted.
Delivery:
Free delivery up to 350 miles on all bull purchases. Free nationwide delivery on total purchase of $10,000 or more. $100 discount/head if you take purchases home on sale day.
Volume Bull Discounts:
Volume buyer discounts at 5-9 bulls 5%, 10 or more 10%.
Herd Health:
Bulls have been fully vaccinated, wormed and poured.
Index:
Pages 7-15: Yearling Hereford Bulls
Pages 16-19: Two-year-old Hereford Bulls
Page 20: Flush
Pages 21-30: Yearling Angus Bulls
Pages 31-36: Fall Angus Bulls
Pages 37-39: Two-year-old Angus Bulls
Page 40-41: Yearling Simmental Bulls
Page 42: Semen
The bulls are available for viewing any time here at Bradshaw Ranch in LaBelle, Missouri and at Haerr Farms in Taylor, Missouri as well as on sale day in Palmyra, Missouri.
GUEST CONSIGNOR
Welcome
We are very excited and honored to be part of the Bradshaw Ranch Annual Bull Sale.
Located in Taylor, Mo., our family has been in the cattle business since 1932 when my great-grandpa moved into the area. Beginning as a background-to-finish operation, great grandpa would have Hereford feeder cattle shipped in from Cody, Wyoming by rail car. Overtime, we have transitioned to an Angus seed-stock operation, utilizing extensive Ai and Embryo technology since the early ’80s. Our focus is simple. Provide cattle that are practical for the commercial cattleman that add extra pounds and premiums at sale time. We believe that if we provide bulls to our customers that make them more money, then it’s a win-win for both operations!
This set of 18- to 20-month-old bulls have been developed on high roughage rations focusing on longevity and fertility. All bulls are DNA tested for higher accuracy genomics and parentage verification. Our homegrown bulls have been raised on VitaFerm ConceptAid products since conception and we expect them to go out and perform in all environments.
Though our sample size is small, we feel our diversity in genetic options offer bulls for all operations. Bulls are available for viewing anytime. We hope that you come to the sale or bid with confidence on LiveAg.
God Bless,
Tyler, Miranda, Stetson & Shep
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SCAN
Yearling Hereford Bulls
H B DISTINCT {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF}
CHURCHILL SENSATION 028X {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBF} UPS DOMINO 3027 {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF}
NJW 160B 028X HISTORIC 81E ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} CHURCHILL LADY 7202T ET {DLF,HYF,IEF}
P43829334 NJW 73S 38W DAYDREAM 160B {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} NJW 76S P20 BEEF 38W ET {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF} NJW P606 72N DAYDREAM 73S {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF}
LCX PERFECTO 11B ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} NJW 98S R117 RIBEYE 88X ET {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF}
H DS MISS SPICE 8082 {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} WLL ZOEY 3Z {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBF}
P43915164 H BL MISS SPICE 613 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} PERKS 144U RIGHT TRACK 2040 {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF} H AC MARIANNE 231 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBF}
H B DISTINCT
We are thrilled with what H B Distinct has done the past few years in the Hereford breed. When we raised this bull we never thought he would have such an impact on such variety of operations. He is a must use sire with his predictability and EPD figures. The sons we are offering prove that and do so at a high level.
Distinct x Zoey 3Z - Mating of Lots 1 & 2
This is a royally bred mating! When you stack proven cow families like this the outcome is in the elites. With being double bred Zoey 3Z, in addition to having NJW Daydream and Marianna 231 in the pedigree the predictability and consistency is unmatched. Lots 1 and 2 are maternal brothers to many influential herd sires and donors, including the infamous Perfecto 11B. To say the least you can be confident in an investment here.
Yearling Hereford Bulls
1
B DISTINCT 4212 ET
{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF}
P44568874 | Calved: 1/30/24 | Tattoo: LE 4212
NJW 160B 028X HISTORIC 81E ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} CHURCHILL SENSATION 028X {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBF}
H B DISTINCT {CHB} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} NJW 73S 38W DAYDREAM 160B {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}
P44184682 H DS MISS SPICE 8082 {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} LCX PERFECTO 11B ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}
H BL MISS SPICE 613 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}
TH 122 71I VICTOR 719T {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} DRF JWR PRINCE VICTOR 71I {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} WLL ZOEY 3Z {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBF}
P43333321 WLL VENUS 19X {HYP}
KBCR 19D DOMINETTE 122 {DLF,HYP,IEF}
ELM-LODGE NEXT BIG THING 3N {HYP}
KIRBY-LONEPINE SYBIL ET 544U {HYP}
• Homozygous Polled. Recommended for use on hiefers. This one has been an absolute stand out since birth. 4212 will have your attention with his overall density, center body capacity and unique design. It’s hard to find a Hereford bull with this much width down his top, huge hip, wide pin set while still being flexible and sound structured. That coupled with his predictions make him an elite herd sire prospect. Top 3% FAT; Top 4% TEAT; Top 8% UDDR; Top 10% REA; Top 14% BW, SCF, BMI; Top 15% MG; Top 17% MM; Top 18% CE, CW; Top 21% WW.
• Retaining 1/4 semen interest.
Yearling Hereford Bulls
B DISTINCT 4207 ET
{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF}
P44568872 | Calved: 1/28/24 | Tattoo: LE 4207
NJW 160B 028X HISTORIC 81E ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} CHURCHILL SENSATION 028X {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBF}
H B DISTINCT {CHB} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} NJW 73S 38W DAYDREAM 160B {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}
P44184682 H DS MISS SPICE 8082 {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} LCX PERFECTO 11B ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} H BL MISS SPICE 613 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}
TH 122 71I VICTOR 719T {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} DRF JWR PRINCE VICTOR 71I {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} WLL ZOEY 3Z {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBF} KBCR 19D DOMINETTE 122 {DLF,HYP,IEF} P43333321 WLL VENUS 19X {HYP} ELM-LODGE NEXT BIG THING 3N {HYP} KIRBY-LONEPINE SYBIL ET 544U {HYP}
• Homozygous Polled. We are becoming more impressed by 4207 each day as he matures. He is masculine, stocky who uniquely remains extended upfront, smooth shouldered and good built. Here’s a Distinct son with a big forearm, big rib, wide top that stays true in his width through his hip and to the ground. This bull is an outlier when you study his EPD chart which just adds to his value. Top 4% YW, TEAT; Top 5% WW, MG; Top 7% BMI, BII, SC, FAT; Top 8% UDDR; Top 9% SCR; Top 16% CHB, MM; Top 22% REA.
• Retaining 1/4 semen interest.
Yearling Hereford Bulls
CHURCHILL RED THUNDER 133J ET
CHURCHILL RED THUNDER 133J ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} HEREFORD | 44267942 | Calved: 1/12/21 | Tattoo:
LCX PERFECTO 11B ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} NJW 98S R117 RIBEYE 88X ET {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF}
DM ALL AROUND 904G ET {CHB} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF} WLL ZOEY 3Z {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBF}
P44015527 DM L1 DOMINETTE 301 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} CL 1 DOMINO 955W {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF} DM L1 DOMINETTE 901 {DLF,HYF,IEF}
EFBEEF BR VALIDATED B413 {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} EFBEEF TFL U208 TESTED X651 ET {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} BR VALIDATED B413 6035 7098 {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBF} EFBEEF 4R THYRA Y865 {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBC}
P43857421 BR BENNETT 4R Y428 2101 6035 {HYP,DBP} KCF BENNETT REVOLUTION Y428 {DLF,HYF,IEF,DBP} BR BENNETT OF 4070 2101 {HYP}
As you will see throughout the yearling Hereford bulls being offered, we are extremely pleased how Churchill Red Thunder worked in our cow herd. This should enhance your confidence in his consistency. Everyone that has stopped by the ranch is amazed in the uniformity Red Thunder has stamped on this set.
B RED THUNDER 4042
{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,DBP}
P44593780 | Calved: 2/5/24 | Tattoo: BE 4042
DM ALL AROUND 904G ET {CHB} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF} LCX PERFECTO 11B ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}
CHURCHILL RED THUNDER 133J ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} DM L1 DOMINETTE 301 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}
P44267942 BR VALIDATED B413 6035 7098 {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBF} EFBEEF BR VALIDATED B413 {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF}
BR BENNETT 4R Y428 2101 6035 {HYP,DBP}
CHURCHILL BROADWAY 858F {CHB} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} SHF YORK 19H Y02 {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF}
B MALLORY 2053 {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBP}
CHURCHILL LADY 640D {DLF,HYF,IEF}
P44374335 H VM MALLORY 8533 ET {DBP} HH ADVANCE 4075B ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF}
VIN-MAR MALLORY 850 {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,DBP}
• Homozygous Polled. This 2053 Churchill Broadway daughter hit it out of the park on her first calf. 4042 caught our attention from the moment he hit the ground. A sale stand out with not only his added pigment; but also his presence, athleticism and balance. Not to mention his reassurance in EPDs. Top 1%
2%
Yearling Hereford Bulls
LOT 4
H MS ADVANCE 7701 ET — DAM OF LOT 4
The 27A daughters are lights out brood cows around here and 7701 is at the top of that list. Big stout donor cow with exceptional structure build. Raised a maternal brother to Lot 4 that sold for $15,000 in the Hoffman Ranch 2021 Bull Sale. Power in the blood.
4
B RED THUNDER 4201 ET
{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDP}
P44629175 | Calved: 1/17/24 | Tattoo: LE 4201
DM ALL AROUND 904G ET {CHB} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF} LCX PERFECTO 11B ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}
CHURCHILL RED THUNDER 133J ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} DM L1 DOMINETTE 301 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}
P44267942 BR VALIDATED B413 6035 7098 {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBF} EFBEEF BR VALIDATED B413 {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} BR BENNETT 4R Y428 2101 6035 {HYP,DBP} NJW 135U 10Y HOMETOWN 27A {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDC} NJW 73S W18 HOMETOWN 10Y ET {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDC} H MS ADVANCE 7701 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDC,DBF} NJW 4037 34S DURANGO VACA 135U {DOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}
P43857471 HH MISS ADVANCE 1181Y ET {DLF,HYF,IEF} HH ADVANCE 7034T ET {DLF,HYF,IEF} HH MISS ADVANCE 5139R ET {DLF,HYF,IEF}
When looking for one with density of skull, bone and skeleton, 4201, quickly comes to the top of the list. He’s rugged, big ribbed and square hipped. Extra pigment, deep red color and extreme docility only add to his value. Top 3% BMI; Top 4% BII, TEAT; Top 6% CHB, CW, SCF; Top 8% UDDR; Top 10% REA; Top 13% MARB.
Yearling Hereford Bulls
B RED THUNDER 4013
{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF}
P44591512 | Calved: 1/11/24 | Tattoo: BE 4013
DM ALL AROUND 904G ET {CHB} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF} LCX PERFECTO 11B ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}
CHURCHILL RED THUNDER 133J ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} DM L1 DOMINETTE 301 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}
P44267942 BR VALIDATED B413 6035 7098 {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBF} EFBEEF BR VALIDATED B413 {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} BR BENNETT 4R Y428 2101 6035 {HYP,DBP}
NJW 135U 10Y HOMETOWN 27A {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDC} NJW 73S W18 HOMETOWN 10Y ET {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDC} H MARGO 802 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDC,DBP} NJW 4037 34S DURANGO VACA 135U {DOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} P43958072 KJ 804P MARGO 426T {DLF,HYF,IEF,DBP} KJ C&L J119 MARKSMAN 045R ET {SOD} {DBP} KJ 045 LENA 804P ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,DBP}
B RED THUNDER 4203 ET
{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF}
P44591056 | Calved: 2/2/24 | Tattoo: LE 4203
6035 7098 {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBF} EFBEEF BR VALIDATED B413 {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF}
BENNETT 4R Y428 2101 6035 {HYP,DBP} NJW 135U 10Y HOMETOWN 27A {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDC} NJW 73S W18 HOMETOWN 10Y ET {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDC}
H MARGO 802 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDC,DBP} NJW 4037 34S DURANGO VACA 135U {DOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} P43958072 KJ 804P MARGO 426T {DLF,HYF,IEF,DBP} KJ C&L J119 MARKSMAN 045R ET {SOD} {DBP} KJ 045 LENA 804P ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,DBP}
• Homozygous Polled.
From the ground up this one reads with longevity. Big feet, square built and structure that can flat go. He’s big and round in his rib and square out through his hip without giving up the added look and balance. Big testicled. Top 1% SC, FAT; Top 2% BII, MM, MG; Top 3% REA, BMI; Top 4% CHB; Top 5% SCF; Top 6% MARB; Top 9% WW; Top 10% YW; Top 18% CEM, CW; Top 25% UDDR.
• Homozygous Polled.
A very correct made bull with a killer look. He’s smooth shouldered, good designed and comes with some serious substance of bone and foot. We love his pattern and flexibility off both ends. Top 1% MM, MG; Top 2% BII, BMI; Top 3% CHB, REA, SC; Top 4% WW, SCF; Top 6% MARB, CW; Top 7% FAT; Top 8% YW.
The Margo cow family has done a lot for us and continues to produce good ones. 4203 and 4013 are maternal brothers to the $105,000 high seller in the 2021 Hoffman Ranch Bull Sale. Red Thunder clicked with her and made a pair of elite bulls.
Yearling Hereford Bulls
B RED THUNDER 4012
{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDP}
P44591513 | Calved: 1/9/24 | Tattoo: BE 4012
DM ALL AROUND 904G ET {CHB} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF} LCX PERFECTO 11B ET {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} CHURCHILL RED THUNDER 133J ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} DM L1 DOMINETTE 301 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}
P44267942 BR VALIDATED B413 6035 7098 {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBF} EFBEEF BR VALIDATED B413 {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} BR BENNETT 4R Y428 2101 6035 {HYP,DBP}
NJW 73S W18 HOMETOWN 10Y ET {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDC} SHF WONDER M326 W18 ET {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MDC,DBF} H W4 MS SANDHILLS 5155 ET {MDP} NJW P606 72N DAYDREAM 73S {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF}
P43583717 F MS PAYBACK 021 {DLF,HYF,IEF} H PAYBACK 807 ET {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF} F MS L18 EXCEL 452
Recommend for use on heifers. Dense, masculine while still being smooth in his joints, good footed and sound. 4012 is a very solid, complete bull. Top 3% BMI, BII, REA, SCF; Top 7% CE, CEM; Top 10% CHB, CW, TEAT, MG, MM; Top 25% WW, YW, MARB, UDDR, FAT.
Yearling Hereford Bulls
Recommend for use on heifers. 4021 is deep heeled, wide based and very sound structured. He is big middled with good muscle expression down his top and out through a big square hip and quarter. Top 10% MARB.
B RED THUNDER 4022
{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}
P44591508 | Calved: 1/12/24 | Tattoo: BE 4022
120 {DLF,HYF,IEF} H CAGNEY 7214 CRR 552 KELLY 849 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF} P43799142 H CAGNEY 5056 ET NJW 98S R117 RIBEYE 88X ET {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} A/S CAGNEY 707 {DLF,HYF,IEF}
Width and muscle easily describe 4022. Big in his forearm and feature with lots of power yet still comes with length of spine and hip. Top 3% MARB, BMI, BII, SCF; Top 12% CHB.
DM ALL AROUND 904G ET {CHB} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF} LCX PERFECTO 11B ET {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}
CHURCHILL RED THUNDER 133J ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} DM L1 DOMINETTE 301 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}
P44267942 BR VALIDATED B413 6035 7098 {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBF} EFBEEF BR VALIDATED B413 {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} BR BENNETT 4R Y428 2101 6035 {HYP,DBP}
Yearling Hereford Bulls
B RED THUNDER
4002 {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,DBP}
P44629174 | Calved: 1/5/24 | Tattoo: LE 4002
DM ALL AROUND 904G ET {CHB} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF} LCX PERFECTO 11B ET {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}
CHURCHILL RED THUNDER 133J ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} DM L1 DOMINETTE 301 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}
P44267942 BR VALIDATED B413 6035 7098 {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBF} EFBEEF BR VALIDATED B413 {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} BR BENNETT 4R Y428 2101 6035 {HYP,DBP}
JCS ICON 4627 {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,DBP} LANGFORDS 2205 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBC} H SKI 4627 ALMA 1807 {DBP} JCS MISS POWER UP 9172 {DLF,HYF,IEF}
44052342
Recommended for use on hiefers. 4002 is rugged and durable in his kind who stands on a stout bone and foot. Even with his extra bulk and density he still is long necked, long spined and travels with plenty of comfort. Top 10% CHB, Marb, REA, MCW, MM, SC; Top 20% BW, BMI, BII, CEM, MG.
B DISTINCT 4082
{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDP}
P44591498 | Calved: 2/18/24 | Tattoo: BE 4082
NJW 160B 028X
81E ET {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} CHURCHILL SENSATION 028X {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBF}
H B DISTINCT {CHB} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} NJW 73S 38W DAYDREAM 160B {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}
P44184682 H DS MISS SPICE 8082 {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} LCX PERFECTO 11B ET {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}
H BL MISS SPICE 613 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}
EFBEEF RESOLUTE CEO {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} KCF BENNETT REVOLUTION X51 {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBF}
H MS EXCEL 7117 {MDP} EFBEEF 6378 KATE W484 {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}
P43799082 H MS 824 EXCEL 4158 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDC} NJW 73S W18 HOMETOWN 10Y ET {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDC} H LADY EXCELL 824 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF}
4082 has such a cool look about him. His structure and balance couples with a round rib cage, big top and square hip. Top 4% REA, TEAT; Top 6% CHB; Top 8% CW and UDDR; Top 10% SC; Top 13% MARB; Top 14% BII; Top 16% BMI; Top 18% WW, MG; Top 25% YW.
KBCR FEDERAL 49B {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} C&L CT FEDERAL 485T 6Y {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF} KBCR 49B FEDERAL 634D {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} KBCR 755T GRACY 216Z {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} P43734247 KBCR LADY 417B {DLF,HYF,IEF,DBP} C&L CT FEDERAL 485T 6Y {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF} KBCR 719T LADY 204Z {HYP,DBP} JET MR X818 {DLF,HYF,IEF} EFBEEF SCHU-LAR PROFICIENT N093 {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} /S LADY PROFICIENT 5147C JET MS Y368 {DOD}
2-YEAR-OLD HEREFORD BULLS
AH MS 25L RUMBLER 19Z — DAM OF LOT 14
BRADSHAW ENTICE 356 ET
P44568629 | Calved: 3/1/23 | Tattoo: LE 356
NJW 79Z Z311 ENDURE 173D ET {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} KCF BENNETT ENCORE Z311 ET {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} UPS ENTICE 9365 ET {CHB} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} BW 91H 100W RITA 79Z ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF}
P44058137 UPS MISS SENSATION 2277 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBF} CHURCHILL SENSATION 028X {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBF}
UPS JT MISS NEON 7811 1ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,DBP}
BAR JZ RUMBLE 525X {DLF,HYF,IEF,DBP} MSU TCF REVOLUTION 4R {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBC}
AH MS 25L RUMBLER 19Z {DOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,DBF}
BAR JZ 434 LADY 733P {HYP}
P43292936 AH JDH MS 25L WRANGLER 34X ET {DOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF} JDH 15 WRANGLER 25L {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF}
AH QUEEN BELLE 14R {DLF,HYF,IEF}
True beef bull. Masculinity, heaviness of structure and durability describes this big testicled, Entice son. The Rumbler 19Z cow needs no introduction with the track record she has built for the Atkins program. Would add value in a purebred or commercial operation. He holds 13 EPDs in the top 20% of the breed — Top 10% WW, YW, CHB; Top 15% SC, MG, CW, FAT, REA, BMI, BII; Top 20% SCF, MILK, MARB!
B TYCOON 32053
{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF}
P44476189 | Calved: 4/7/23 | Tattoo: BE 32053
H FHF ADVANCE 628 ET {CHB} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} HH ADVANCE 4075B ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF}
K&B TYCOON 960G ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF} FHF 408 RITA 21W {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}
44072585 K&B BELLA 219Z 1ET {DOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} K&B BANDIDO 8227U ET {CHB} {DLF,HYF,IEF} K&B SWEET SALLY 5037 {DLF,HYF,IEF}
SHF ACCESS Y90 A216 {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDC,DBF} SHF LITERAL W18 Y90 {CHB} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDP} H HOPE 7032 {MSUDP,MDP} SHF MISTY 33T Y35 {DLF,HYF,IEF,DBP} P43799043 KCL 9050 HOPE 331N 945A ET {MSUDP} BOYD WORLDWIDE 9050 ET {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} GERBER 8020 HOPE 331N {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDP}
We have gotten along very well with the Tycoon 960G progeny. 32053 is one balanced, good looking rascal. Great structured yet heavy muscled and square built.
B COMSTOCK 32032
{MDP}
P44467451 | Calved: 2/24/23 | Tattoo: BE 32032
BEHM 100W CUDA 504C {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} NJW 73S M326 TRUST 100W ET {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} H GENOA COMSTOCK 7934 ET {CHB} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF} BEHM R294 JASMAN102Y {DOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}
P43857527 H MS 5139 ADVANCE 4006 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} NJW 98S R117 RIBEYE 88X ET {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} HH MISS ADVANCE 5139R ET {DLF,HYF,IEF}
LCX PERFECTO 11B ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} NJW 98S R117 RIBEYE 88X ET {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF}
H VIOLET 8122 {MDP} WLL ZOEY 3Z {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBF}
P43916191 H VIOLET 520 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDC} NJW 73S W18 HOMETOWN 10Y ET {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDC} CRR D03 VIOLET 445 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF}
A heavy pigmented, dark red bull who has the density and muscle to match. This Comstock son is big ribbed, big hipped and hits the surface with big feet. Not to mention, his docility makes him a favorite.
B DISTINCT 32033 {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF} P44480985 | Calved: 3/2/23 | Tattoo: BE 32033
NJW 160B 028X HISTORIC 81E ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} CHURCHILL SENSATION 028X {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBF}
H B DISTINCT {CHB} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} NJW 73S 38W DAYDREAM 160B {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}
P44184682 H DS MISS SPICE 8082 {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} LCX PERFECTO 11B ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} H BL MISS SPICE 613 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}
NJW 73S W18 HOMETOWN 10Y ET {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDC} SHF WONDER M326 W18 ET {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MDC,DBF}
H GO MS ADVANCE 6757 ET {MDP} NJW P606 72N DAYDREAM 73S {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF}
P43696433 GO MS 7195 ADVANCE X54 {DLF,HYF,IEF} HH ADVANCE 7195T {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF} GO MS PJ EXCEL T124 {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}
Recommended for use on heifers. A whole lot of power and muscle packed into this moderate-framed Distinct bull. 32033 is a high calving ease, low birth weight option that uniquely tandems it with extra shape and hip. Top 1% TEAT, UDDR; Top 5% MCW; Top 11% CE, BW, SCF; Top 20% REA, BMI.
2-YEAR-OLD HEREFORD BULLS
B FEDERAL
B DISTINCT 32029
{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF}
P44480988 | Calved: 2/23/23 | Tattoo: BE 32029
H CAGNEY 7066 HH MISS ADVANCE 6041S ET {DLF,HYF,IEF}
P43799054 H CAGNEY 5017 ET NJW 98S R117 RIBEYE 88X ET {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} A/S CAGNEY 707 {DLF,HYF,IEF}
When this bull strikes a pose its lights out! Muscle, muscle, muscle this bull is powerful. Yet, he doesn’t sacrifice smoothness of build or soundness of structure. Top 1% TEAT, UDDR; Top 15% BMI, SCF, DMI; Top 20% BII.
B BELL RINGER
BR BELLE AIR 6011 {CHB} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,DBF}
S LHF 028 240 {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF}
BELL RINGER 8459 ET {CHB} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBF} BR BELLE 4082 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} P43915089 BRL ENVY 401A {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} CRR 719 TULO 928 {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF}
CATE W4100 {HYP}
2-YEAR-OLD HEREFORD BULLS
B
PERFECTO
32001
ET PENDING | Calved: 2/1/23
NJW 98S R117 RIBEYE 88X ET {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} SHF RIB EYE M326 R117 {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF}
LCX PERFECTO 11B ET {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} NJW 9126J DEW DOMINO 98S {DOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF}
P43517583 WLL ZOEY 3Z {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBF} TH 122 71I VICTOR 719T {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} WLL VENUS 19X {HYP}
CRR ABOUT TIME 743 {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF} THM DURANGO 4037 {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF} H BL MISS SPICE 608 ET CRR D03 CASSIE 206 {DLF,HYF,IEF}
P43713527 H AC MARIANNE 231 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBF}
Direct son of the infamous Perfecto 11B. Here is a good looking balanced bull that is structurally built for the long haul. 32001’s maternal brother was a sale highlight in our 2024 Bull Sale and is now working at the T Heart Ranch in Oklahoma.
B FEDERAL 32041
{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF}
P44476155 | Calved: 3/19/23 | Tattoo: BE 32041
KBCR FEDERAL 49B {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} C&L
FEDERAL 485T 6Y {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF}
49B FEDERAL 634D {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} KBCR 755T GRACY 216Z {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} P43734247 KBCR LADY 417B {DLF,HYF,IEF,DBP} C&L CT FEDERAL 485T 6Y {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF} KBCR 719T LADY 204Z {HYP,DBP} GO EXCEL L18 {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF}
32041’s dam is a 2013 model and has yet to quit. If that doesn’t speak longevity I’m not sure what does. Built to last for many breeding seasons. This Federal son is a complete, wide chested, thick ended bull. Comfortable as he strides out. Top 15% TEAT, UDDR, FAT, DMI.
H WR TABITHA 3004 ET
H B
— SON OF
H
DS MISS SPICE 8082 {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF}
FLUSH | P43915164 | Calved: 2/ 21/18 | Tattoo: BE 8082
NJW 98S R117 RIBEYE 88X ET {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} SHF RIB EYE M326 R117 {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF}
LCX PERFECTO 11B ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} NJW 9126J DEW DOMINO 98S {DOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF}
P43517583 WLL ZOEY 3Z {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBF} TH 122 71I VICTOR 719T {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} WLL VENUS 19X {HYP}
PERKS 144U RIGHT TRACK 2040 {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF} TH 75J 243R BAILOUT 144U ET {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF} H BL MISS SPICE 613 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} TH 23S 45P DUCHESS 123W {DLF,HYF,IEF}
P43713524 H AC MARIANNE 231 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBF} GOLDEN OAK OUTCROSS 18U {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} H VICTORY 600 ET {DLF,IEF,DBP}
An opportunity we have never offered. The chance to flush the mother of H B DISTINCT! Proven would be an understatement when it comes to 8082. With the option to flush her to the bull of your choice the possibilities are endless. She calved in February and is ready to flush at TransOva in Chillicothe. The buyer will be guaranteed six (6) transferable embryos with no limit.
HOFFMAN THEDFORD
YEARLING ANGUS BULLS
BRADSHAW THEDFORD 4204
HOFFMAN THEDFORD
YEARLING ANGUS BULLS
BRADSHAW THEDFORD 4205
BRADSHAW THEDFORD 4209
YEARLING ANGUS BULLS
BRADSHAW THEDFORD 4218
BRADSHAW THEDFORD 4219
BRADSHAW THEDFORD 4062
YEARLING ANGUS BULLS
BRADSHAW BAR NONE 4005
YEARLING ANGUS BULLS
BRADSHAW BAR NONE 4063
BRADSHAW BAR NONE 4016
BRADSHAW BAR NONE 4019
YEARLING ANGUS BULLS
BRADSHAW BAR NONE 4015
BRADSHAW BAR NONE 4008
BRADSHAW
YEARLING ANGUS BULLS
BRADSHAW BAR NONE 4003
YEARLING ANGUS BULLS
BRADSHAW BAR NONE 4026
BRADSHAW BAR NONE 4024
YEARLING ANGUS BULLS
BRADSHAW BAR NONE 4038
BRADSHAW BAR NONE 4061
YEARLING ANGUS BULLS
BRADSHAW BAR NONE 4048
BRADSHAW PINNACLE 4077
BRADSHAW SOLUTION 4113
FALL ANGUS BULLS
HAERR POWER CHIP 2309L
FALL ANGUS BULLS
HAERR KING PIN 2311L
Heifer Bull. Loads of shape and dimension in this moderate framed King Pin
NWSS champion bull, Pendleton, and has settled AI every year! Double-digit Calving
ratios of 120. Show-Me-Select Qualified.
POWER CHIP 2315L
Heifer Bull. Larger framed version of his 7/8 sib, 2309. Double-digit Calving Ease with PAP score in the Top 4% with strong
HAERR ADVANTAGE 2355L
HAERR REMINGTON 2359L
FALL ANGUS BULLS
HAERR DEADWOOD 2320L
FALL ANGUS BULLS
HAERR BLACKLIST 2364L
FALL ANGUS BULLS
HAERR KING PIN 2324L
FALL ANGUS BULLS
CRVA LIMELIGHT WEIGH UP L77
Heifer Bull. This grandson of Weigh Up is built really well. Good fronted with good shape to his middle and back 1/3. Double-digit Calving Ease with negative birth. Real good growth and carcass with 18 EPDs in the Top 25% of the Angus breed!! Proven breeder that we’ve had cleaning up heifers all Winter. Show-MeSelect Qualified.
HAERR 2333L
UNREGISTERED | Calved: 9/18/23 | Tattoo:
Heifer Bull. What a stud!! The only reason this purebred Chesapeake son isn’t a registered Angus is he has too much white in front of the naval. But man, he puts it all together! Great neck extension with a big middle and a nice hip! His parentel averages say he would be double-digit Calving Ease with negative Birth. Couple that with really good Milk and elite Marbling, this guy is the best of both worlds! His sire was the lead bull at Origen for Milk and $W for multiple years.
2-YEAR-OLD ANGUS BULLS
BRADSHAW THEDFORD 31021
BRADSHAW NIAGARA 31020
To talk about one that hits you with some pattern and presence. Extended up through his front one third, long bodied and level hipped. 31020 offers extra substance without sacraficing soundness of structure.
2-YEAR-OLD ANGUS BULLS
PINNACLE 31026
2-YEAR-OLD ANGUS BULLS
HAERR CAPITALIST 2376L
Heifer Bull.
back to Mohnen Bingo that came from the Schlager Angus program.
YEARLING SIMMENTAL BULLS
CLRS GUARDIAN 317G
BRAD GUARDIAN 4301M
CLRS GUARDIAN 317G
YEARLING SIMMENTAL BULLS
BRAD GUARDIAN 4300M
BRAD HIGHLIFE 4308M
4462299 | Calved: 2/17/24 |
Purebred baldy look in! Functional bull that is a double digit calving ease and low birth weight.
P 6MC 11E BENTLEY 2L
ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} SEMEN | P44496889 | Calved: 1/23/23 | Tattoo: LE 2L
JDH 11B STUD 3134 63E {CHB} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} CHURCHILL STUD 3134A {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF,DBF}
JDH AH BENTON 8G ET {CHB} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} JDH MS 21Z VICTOR 3Y 11B {DOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF}
P44014184 JDH AH MS 34X VICTOR 33Z45C ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} JDH VICTOR 719T 33Z ET {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,DBF} AH JDH MS 25L WRANGLER 34X ET {DOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF}
JDH VICTOR 719T 33Z ET {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,DBF} TH 122 71I VICTOR 719T {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF}
JDH AH MERCEDES 11E ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF,DBF} JDH MS YANKEE 11U ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,DBP}
P43835346 AH MS 25L RUMBLER 19Z {DOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,DBF} BAR JZ RUMBLE 525X {DLF,HYF,IEF,DBP} AH JDH MS 25L WRANGLER 34X ET {DOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF}
Selling five (5) packages of ten (10) units. Bentley was the high-selling bull at the 2024 National Hereford Sale at the Cattlemen’s Congress. He is an impressive individual with an elite design up through his front 1/3, flawless in his build and strides with comfort and flexibility. Bentley is unique in his extra mass up high and shape from behind. We find a lot of value in this herd bull with his diverse ability to improve mulitple aspects of a cow herd. He is an absolute standout in his EPD profile which makes him a must use sire in 2025. We have serveral calves on the ground now that confirm our hype. They come easy with lots of vigor, attractive in their design with the added features of stoutness and pigment. Owned with G&R Herefords, Pratz Cattle Company and 6 Mile Creek LLC.
Take
advantage of hybrid vigor by capitalizing on Hereford genetics.
The Maternal Advantage program generates females with added longevity, more docility, increased fertility and more profit per year.
Can be utilized by producers using Hereford bulls on British-based cows or Brahman-based cows in their breeding program.
Producers utilizing the program will have access to a sire EPD summary, added market exposure, replacement selection tools, genetic improvement tools and access to AHA resources, marketing and sta .
Qualifications
• Participating
Producers must verify that eligible females are sired by registered Hereford bulls with transferred ownership. articipating bull batteries must rank in the top 50% of the breed for Baldy Maternal Index (BMI$) if used on British-based cows or the top 50% of the breed for Brahman Influence Index (BII$) if used on Brahmanbased cows.
Understanding Hereford EPDs
The American Hereford Association (AHA) currently produces expected progeny differences (EPDs) for 17 traits and calculates three profit ($) indexes. AHA’s genetic evaluation makes use of a Marker Effects Model that allows the calculation of EPDs by incorporating the pedigree, phenotypic and genomic profile of an animal. Animals that have a genomic profile will be denoted with a GE-EPD logo. The current suite of Hereford EPDs and $ indexes includes:
Calving Ease — Direct (CE)
CE EPD is based on calving ease scores and birth weights and is measured on a percentage. CE EPD indicates the influence of the sire on calving ease in females calving at 2 years of age. For example, if sire A has a CE EPD of 6 and sire B has a CE EPD of -2, then you would expect on average if comparably mated, sire A’s calves would be born with an 8% more likely chance of being unassisted when compared to sire B’s calves.
Birth Weight (BW)
BW EPD is an indicator trait for calving ease and is measured in pounds. For example, if sire A has a BW EPD of 3.6 and sire B has a BW EPD of 0.6, then you would expect on average if comparably mated, sire A’s calves would come 3 lb. heavier at birth when compared to sire B’s calves. Larger BW EPDs usually, but not always, indicate more calving difficulty. The figure in parentheses found after each EPD is an accuracy value or reliability of the EPD.
Weaning Weight (WW)
WW EPD is an estimate of pre-weaning growth that is measured in pounds. For example, if sire A has a WW EPD of 60 and sire B has a WW EPD of 40, then you would expect on average if comparably mated, sire A’s calves would weigh 20 lb. heavier at weaning when compared to sire B’s calves.
Yearling Weight (YW)
YW EPD is an estimate of post-weaning growth that is measured in pounds. For example, if sire A has a YW EPD of 100 and sire B has a YW EPD of 70, then you would expect on average if comparably mated, sire A’s calves would weigh 30 lb. heavier at a year of age when compared to sire B’s calves.
Dry Matter Intake (DMI)
The Dry Matter Intake EPD predicts the daily consumption of pounds of feed. For example, if sire A has a DMI EPD of 1.1 and sire B has a DMI EPD of 0.1, you would expect sire B’s progeny, if comparably mated, to consume on average 1 pound of feed less per day.
Scrotal Circumference (SC)
Measured in centimeters and adjusted to 365 days of age, SC EPD is the best estimate of fertility. It is related to the bull’s own semen quantity and quality, and is also associated with age at puberty of sons and daughters. Larger SC EPDs suggest younger age at puberty. Yearling sons of a sire with a .7 SC EPD should have yearling scrotal circumference measurements that average 0.7 centimeters (cm) larger than progeny by a bull with an EPD of 0.0 cm.
Sustained Cow Fertility (SCF)
The AHA’s new Sustained Cow Fertility EPD (SCF) is a prediction of a cow’s ability to continue to calve from three years of age through twelve years of age, given she calved as a two-year-old. The EPD is expressed as a deviation in the proportion of the ten-possible calving’s to twelve years old expressed as a probability. For example, the daughters of a bull with a 30 EPD would have the genetic potential to have one more calf by age twelve then the daughters from a bull with a 20 EPD. In other words, the daughters from the 30 EPD bull would have a 10% greater probability of having one more calf than the bull with a 20 EPD. This is equivalent to saying that the daughters are 10% more likely to remain in the herd to age 12.
Maternal Milk (MM)
The milking ability of a sire’s daughters is expressed in pounds of calf weaned. It predicts the difference in average weaning weights of sires’ daughters’ progeny due to milking ability. Daughters of the sire with a +14 MM EPD should produce progeny with 205-day weights averaging 24 lb. more (as a result of greater milk production) than daughters of a bull with a MM EPD of -10 lb. (14 minus -10.0 = 24 lb.). This difference in weaning weight is due to total milk production during the entire lactation.
Maternal Milk & Growth (M&G)
Maternal Milk & Growth reflects what the sire is expected to transmit to his daughters for a combination of growth genetics through weaning and genetics for milking ability. It is an estimate of daughters’ progeny weaning weight. A bull with a 29 lb. M&G EPD should sire daughters with progeny weaning weights averaging 19 lb. heavier than progeny of a bull’s daughters with a M&G EPD of 10 lb. (29 minus 10 = 19 lb.). It is equal to one-half the sire’s weaning weight EPD, plus all of his MM EPD. No accuracy is associated with this since it is simply a mathematical combination of two other EPDs. It is sometimes referred to as “total maternal” or “combined maternal.”
Maternal Calving Ease (MCE)
MCE EPD predicts how easily a sires daughters will calve at 2 years of age and is measured on a percentage. For example, if sire A has a MCE EPD of 7 and sire B has a CE EPD of -3, then you would expect on average if comparably mated, sire A’s daughters would calve with a 10% more likely chance of being unassisted when compared to sire B’s daughters.
Mature Cow Weight (MCW)
The MCW EPD was designed to help breeders select sires that will either increase or decrease mature size of cows in the herd. The trait was developed after years of cow weight data collection and the EPD relates directly to the maintenance requirements of a cow herd. For example, if sire A has a MCW EPD of 100 and sire B has an EPD of 85, then you would expect the females of sire A, if mated to similar cows, to be 15 lb. heavier at mature size.
Udder Suspension (UDDR)
UDDR EPDs are reported on a 9 (very tight) to 1 (very pendulous) scoring scale. Differences in sire EPDs predict the
difference expected in the sires’ daughters’ udder characteristics when managed in the same environment. For example, if sire A has a UDDR EPD of 0.4, and sire B has a UDDR EPD of -0.1, the difference in the values is 0.5, or one-half of a score. If daughters of sires A and B are raised and managed in the same environment, you would expect half a score better udder suspension in daughters of sire A, compared to sire B.
Teat Size (TEAT)
TEAT EPDs are reported on a 9 (very small) to 1 (very large, balloon shaped) scoring scale. Differences in sire EPDs predict the difference expected in the sires’ daughters’ udder characteristics when managed in the same environment. For example, if sire A has a teat size EPD of 0.4, and sire B has a teat size EPD of -0.1, the difference in the values is 0.5, or one-half of a score. If daughters of sires A and B are raised and managed in the same environment, you would expect half a score smaller teat size in daughters of sire A, compared to sire B.
Carcass Weight (CW)
Carcass weight is a beneficial trait when considering the impact that pounds have relative to end product value. At the same age constant endpoint, sires with higher values for carcass weight will add more pounds of hot carcass weight compared to sires with lower values for carcass weight. For example, if sire A has a CW EPD of 84 and sire B has a CW EPD 64, then you would expect the progeny of sire A, if harvested at the same age constant endpoint, to have a 20-lb. advantage in terms of hot carcass weight.
Rib Fat (FAT)
The FAT EPD reflects differences in adjusted 365-day, 12th-rib fat thickness based on carcass measurements of harvested cattle. Sires with low, or negative FAT EPDs are expected to produce leaner progeny than sires with higher EPDs. Ultrasound measures are also incorporated into this trait and have been shown to be highly correlated with the performance of slaughter progeny. All data is expressed on a carcass scale.
Ribeye Area (REA)
REA EPDs reflect differences in an adjusted 365-day ribeye area measurement based on carcass measurements of harvested cattle. Sires with relatively higher REA EPDs are expected to produce bettermuscled and higher percentage yielding slaughter progeny than will sires with lower REA EPDs. Ultrasound measurements are also incorporated into this trait and have been shown to be highly correlated with the performance of slaughter progeny. All data is expressed on a carcass scale.
Marbling (MARB)
MARB EPDs reflect differences in an adjusted 365-day marbling score (intramuscular fat, [IMF]) based on carcass measurements of harvested cattle. Breeding cattle with higher MARB EPDs should produce slaughter progeny with a higher degree of IMF and therefore higher quality grades. Ultrasound measurements are also incorporated into this trait and have been shown to be highly correlated with the
performance of slaughter progeny. All data is expressed on a carcass scale.
Baldie Maternal Index (BMI$)
The Baldy Maternal Index is a maternally focused index that is based on a production system that uses Hereford x Angus cross cows. Progeny of these cows are directed towards Certified Hereford Beef. This index has significant weight on Sustained Cow Fertility, which predicts fertility and longevity of females. There is a slightly positive weight on Weaning Weight, Mature Cow Weight and Milk which accounts for enough growth but ensures females do not increase inputs. There is some negative emphasis on Dry Matter Intake, but a positive weighting on Carcass Weight which is anticipated to provide profitability from finishing of non-replacement females and castrated males. Marbling and Rib-eye Area are also positively weighted to keep the harvested progeny successful for CHB. This index is geared to identify Hereford bulls that will be profitable when used in a rotational cross with mature commercial Angus cows.
Brahman Influence Index (BII$)
The Brahman Influence Index is a maternally focused index that is based on a production system that uses Brahman x Hereford cross cows. Progeny of these cows are directed towards a commodity beef market since Certified Hereford Beef does not accept Brahman influenced cattle. This index has significant weight on Sustained Cow Fertility, which predicts fertility and longevity of females. There is a slightly positive weight on Weaning Weight, Mature Cow Weight and Milk which accounts for enough growth but ensures females do not increase inputs. There is some negative emphasis on Dry Matter Intake, but a positive weighting on Carcass Weight which is anticipated to provide profitability in finishing non-replacement females and castrated males. Marbling and Rib-eye Area are also positively weighted to keep harvested progeny successful for a variety of commodity based programs. This index targets producers that use Hereford bulls on Brahman influenced cows.
Certified Hereford Beef Index (CHB$)
The Certified Hereford Beef Index is a terminal sire index that is built on a production system where Hereford bulls are mated to mature commercial Angus cows and all progeny will be targeted for Certified Hereford Beef after the finishing phase. This index has significant weight on Carcass Weight to ensure profit on the rail. As well there is a positive weighting for Average Daily Gain along with a negative weighting on Dry Matter Intake to ensure efficient pounds of growth in the finishing phase. Keep in mind, this production system takes advantage of complimentary breeding with the commercial Angus cow. Although Marbling is weighted positively in this index, a positive weighting for Rib-eye Area and a negative weighting for Back Fat are a greater priority in this index to allow for optimum end-product merit. This is the only index that has no emphasis on fertility. Remember that no replacement heifers are being retained.
BRADSHAW RANCH
bradshaw Ranch
12180 272 nd Street
LaBelle, MO 63447
