2012 Genex Beef Management Guide by GENEX

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1AN01044 S A V

FINAL ANSWER 0035

At 11 1/2 years of age,

Final Answer

remains sound, deep and muscular truly a longevity sire.

S A V Blackbird Blossom 8008, Daughter

Lagrand Lena 9045, Daughter

Taken at 11 1/2 years of age

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

MILK

12 -1.0 62 105 0.11 1.12 13 6.1 13 .95 .98 .97 .95 .77 .95 .91 .56 .84

4% 10% 10% 10%

15%

24 .89

LT Sundance 0057, Son

532 1852

11 .80

-0.2 .79

Bon View Bando 598 S A V Emulous 8145 S A V Sky Emulous 2124

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

9.75 19 0.43 0.36 0.040 .59 .63 .64 .61

Carc H/P Ult H/P

7 19

20%

G D A R Traveler 71 Sitz Traveler 8180 Sitz Everelda Entense 1137

A Breed Icon

MKH/D

15%

2545 57.72 41.83 25.37 54.81 7602

Born: 2/22/2000 6.3 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficienc Birth Weight: 69 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.0 205 Days: 843 lbs. Scrotal: 44.0 cm. 365 Days: 1360 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPPP Mature: 2475 lbs. Owned By: Baker’s Lemar Angus, SD; Martin Schaff, ND; Genex, WI

Calving Ease

Outstanding Females

AVF Sara 3116, Daughter

Final Answer is the breed’s No. 3 registration sire for 2011. Final Answer has become equally as popular with commercial and registered breeders alike for the same reasons - calving ease, early explosive growth and beautiful females.

S A V Navigator 1048, Son

S A V Primrose 2303, Daughter

He’s still producing high quality semen at the age of 12, an accomplishment achieved by only a few of the greatest sires in the industry. Final Answer is certain to go down in history as one of the breed’s most prolific and popular bulls of all time.

ANGUS

Spring 2012 American Angus Breed Averages - EPDs listed as of 12/16/11 CED +6, BW +1.8, WW +46, YW +84, RADG .12, SCR +.47, DOC 10, CEM +8, Milk +22, MW +32, MH +.4, $EN -0.66, CW +22, MARB +.37, RE +.24, FAT +.008, $W +26.37, $F +25.44, $G +23.71, $B +53.94

1AN01131 S A V

BISMARCK 5682

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

MILK

2% 20% 15% 20% 20% 20%

20%

13 0.1 58 99 0.17 0.94 13 10.4 13 .93 .97 .96 .93 .74 .93 .86 .34 .64

S A V Blackcap May 8051, Daughter

Schoenes Fix It 826 S A V Abigale 0451 S A V Abigale 6062

Top Bull in the Breed

MKH/D

132 311

19 .46

0.3 .40

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

10%

15%

-7.33 15 0.15 0.66 -0.016 .51 .57 .56 .53

Carc H/P Ult H/P

4 11

20%

1464 40.25 36.86 24.26 49.17 3905

Born: 2/1/2005 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficienc Birth Weight: 76 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.0 205 Days: 884 lbs. Scrotal: 40.0 cm. 365 Days: 1596 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: 2302 lbs. Owned By: Schaff Angus Valley, ND; Pender Bros, FL; Bismarck

G D A R Traveler 044 G A R Grid Maker G A R Precision 2536

Associates; Genex, WI

Good Daughters

Calving Ease with Style

No. 1 bull in the entire Angus breed for total progeny registrations!

Buford Elba 9000, Daughter

Bismarck has the unique ability to stamp his low birth weight, early gestation progeny with exceptional muscle shape, volume and style. Successfully used as a mainstay sire in Genex “chute-side service” heifer breeding projects. Daughters of Bismarck are beautiful, moderate framed cows with impeccable udder quality and abundance of milk.

S A V Brunswick 1100, Son

S A V Abigale 8076, Daughter

10% 2%

27 .72

ANGUS

1AN01117 CONNEALY

THUNDER

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

7 -0.5 44 91 0.12 0.28 18 11.2 11 .87 .96 .94 .91 .69 .91 .78 .4 .73 15%

15% 10% 10%

MILK

29 .81

MKH/D

188 668

40 .55

10%

H A R B Denali 788 J H, Son

Bon View Bando 598 Parka of Conanga 241 Partina of Conanga 6237

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

10%

-9.24 10 0.25 0.60 -0.027 .43 .53 .51 .49

Carc H/P Ult H/P

7 8

711 29.67 34.04 29.59 48.71 2045

Born: 1/28/2005 Yrlg. Frame: 6.5 Birth Weight: 79 lbs. Mature Frame: 5.9 205 Days: 817 lbs. Scrotal: 41.0 cm. 365 Days: 1481 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: 2466 lbs. Owned By: Sitz Angus, MT; Clay White Ranches, AZ;

Jauer 353 Traveler 589 27 Baldridge Kaboom K243 KCF Pleasanta of Conanga 736

Calving Ease

0.3 .53

Feed Efficienc

TC Ranch, NE; Genex, WI

Docility

Very Functional Females

FF Fantasy W33, Daughter

Thunderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s popularity continues to grow as he consistently sires well balanced, super sound, easy fleshing and docile progeny. His high accuracy proof and outcross pedigree provides unlimited mating flexibility and marketability.

Taras Erica 07, Daughter

A Heifer Pregnancy leader - his daughters are productive and functional.

ANGUS

1AN01146 CONNEALY

RIGHT ANSWER 746 Sitz Traveler 8180 S A V Final Answer 0035 S A V Emulous 8145 Hyline Right Time 338 Happy Dell of Conanga 262 Happy Daze of Conanga 6260

Born: Birth Weight: 205 Days: 365 Days: Mature: Yrlg. Frame: Mature Frame: Scrotal: Owned By: Calving Ease Rating:

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

16 -0.5 67 115 0.08 1.11 6 .81 .92 .88 .77 .50 .77 .39

13 .40

MILK

1% 15% 2%

10%

15%

Proven Calving Ease

29 .47

MKH/D

13 53

18 .37

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

0.1 -14.31 34 0.54 0.19 0.028 .29 .31 .42 .41 .37

Carc H/P Ult H/P

68 44.07 51.13 24.41 66.55 277

15% 25%

Most like Final Answer

1/13/2007 76 lbs. 882 lbs. 1506 lbs. 2200 lbs. 6.0 5.8 38.5 cm. @ 14 mos. TC Ranch, NE; Genex, WI PPPP

20%

Curve Bending EPDs

A top seller based off calving ease, rapid early growth, strong maternal and high customer satisfaction. No other bull on the main sire summary matches his combination of CED and YW EPDs. His first 42 daughters have a 102 nursing ratio.

1AN01208 TC

PVF All Pride 1046, Daughter

WK Bobcat, Son

TC Romeo 917, Son

Ideal mating for New Design, In Focus and Image Maker females.

VANCE 011 S A V Final Answer 0035 Connealy Right Answer 746 Happy Dell of Conanga 262 Connealy Thunder TC Pride 8056 TC Pride 4226

Born: 1/17/2010 6.25 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 70 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 815 lbs. Scrotal: 38.0 cm. @ 12 mos. 365 Days: 1401 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: TC Ranch, NE; Sitz Angus Ranch, MT; Split Diamond Ranch, MT;

Marbling Tenderness

Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

MILK

12 1.2 63 110 0.13 1.15 13

.36

.14

.19

15%

.42

.34

.35

5% 5%

Body Type

.36

.43 15%

.24

MKH/D

Genex Pedigree

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

.26

.30

0.5 -12.61 35 0.41 0.52 0.007

.30

.21

10%

.36

Carc H/P Ult H/P

15%

10%

39.27 47.11 27.70 69.91 15%

Calving Ease Prospect

Vance represents new era genetics that do many things right - from light birth to top end growth, maternal and carcass. His pedigree is anchored by proven calving ease/curve bending sires and productive Pathfinder速 dams. Spring 2012 American Angus Breed Averages - EPDs listed as of 12/16/11 CED +6, BW +1.8, WW +46, YW +84, RADG .12, SCR +.47, DOC 10, CEM +8, Milk +22, MW +32, MH +.4, $EN -0.66, CW +22, MARB +.37, RE +.24, FAT +.008, $W +26.37, $F +25.44, $G +23.71, $B +53.94

ANGUS

1AN01204 S A V

POTENTIAL 0205 S A V Final Answer 0035 S A V Pioneer 7301 S A V Blackbird 5297 S A V 004 Density 4336 S A V Elba 7021 S A V Elba 2425

Born: 3/5/2010 6.0 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 83 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 1043 lbs. Scrotal: 41.0 cm. @ 13 mos. 365 Days: 1652 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: Schaff Angus Valley, ND; Top Line Angus, IL;

Potential Associates; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

3 2.7 69 119 0.13 0.84 8 .35 .42 .34 .36 .38 .44 .27 2% 2%

7 .11

25%

New and Exciting

MILK

33 .17

MKH/D

30 .30

$EN

CW MARB

10%

Curve Bender

FAT

0.2 -18.59 36 0.21 0.47 0.031 .21 .28 .38 .32 .32

Carc H/P Ult H/P

20%

41.63 54.95 15.95 60.17

Performance Leader

Potential took honors as the heaviest weaned bull of the entire 2010 natural calf crop at Schaff Angus Valley, earning 205 day weight of 1043 pounds for a weaning ratio of 117. His EPD profile, superior phenotype, muscle and structure, along with his friendly disposition complete a near-perfect resume. His Density-sired dam records a weaning ratio of 111 on her first two calves.

1AN01212 GVC

S A V Elba 7021, Dam

SETTLER 004X S A V Final Answer 0035 S A V Pioneer 7301 S A V Blackbird 5297 G B S New Frontier 295 9310 G V C Frontier Lady 272M G V C Lady Mayor 036

Born: 3/31/2010 5.0 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 76 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 784 lbs. Scrotal: 37.0 cm. @ 15 mos. 365 Days: 1324 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: Green Valley Cattle, NE; Mainstream Genetics, VA;

Ky Luddington, OK

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

10 0.0 53 99 0.15 0.55 6 .35 .43 .34 .30 .36 .31 .25

15% 20% 25% 20%

Outstanding Style

12 .10

MILK

31 .16

MKH/D

47 .29

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

0.4 -13.55 24 0.26 0.27 0.014 .19 .27 .36 .30 .29

Moderate & Stout

Carc H/P Ult H/P

10%

20%

35.19 39.01 19.89 53.16

G V C Lady Mayor 036, Maternal Grandam

Strong Cow Family

Settler is an eye catching bull thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s well balanced, stoutly constructed and offers a well rounded EPD profile. His productive dam has a BW ratio of 6 @ 91 and NR of 6 @ 106. Expect Settler to sire the moderate, deep and powerful cattle that made his sire one of the most popular bulls in the breed, yet Settler offers greater calving ease potential and eye appeal. This impressive young bull caught the eye of cattlemen from many different breeds and regions as he became the highest selling bull in the history of Green Valley Cattle, Neb.

ANGUS

1AN01141 S A V

PIONEER 7301

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

5 1.8 60 113 0.12 1.08 4 .86 .95 .92 .88 .66 .88 .77 10% 4%

8 .27

15%

S A V Pony Express 0458, Son

MILK

31 .31

MKH/D

8 11

32 .40

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

0.1 -17.46 25 0.37 0.70 0.033 .34 .48 .56 .54 .52

Carc H/P Ult H/P

2 12

10%

457 34.83 51.97 27.39 63.40 1147 25%

Born: 2/27/2007 5.5 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficienc Birth Weight: 69 lbs. Mature Frame: 5.0 205 Days: 965 lbs. Scrotal: 44.5 cm. 365 Days: 1466 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2310 lbs. Owned By: Rafter U Ranch, SD; Boyd Beef Cattle, KY; Pender Bros, FL;

Sitz Traveler 8180 S A V Final Answer 0035 S A V Emulous 8145 Boyd New Day 8005 S A V Blackbird 5297 S A V Blackbird 1082

Perfect Phenotype

Schaff Angus Valley, ND; Prairie View Farms, IL; Genex, WI

Performance

Maternal

Pioneer may well be as close to the ideal phenotype as the beef industry has ever seen.

Tanner Anita 953Y, Daughter

He stamps progeny with eye appeal, sound structure, perfect balance, base width, depth and thickness. Pioneer daughters have beautiful udders which will please the most discriminating breeder.

Brookmore Pioneer 207X, Son

Trowbridge Lucy 9307, Daughter

9 .2

ANGUS

1AN01224 COLE CREEK

CEDAR RIDGE 1V

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

13 -1.7 41 82 0.08 0.65 24 .58 .79 .69 .43 .42 .30 .23

2% 4%

9 .14

MILK

19 .19

-55 .19

CW MARB

FAT

Carc H/P Ult H/P

15%

HBR Encore 0544 Cole Creek Clovanada 49S Cole Creek Clovanada 709

Proven Calving Ease

$EN

-0.6 12.26 17 0.43 0.37 0.035 .12 .14 .25 .24 .23

C H Quantum 6247 Cole Creek Black Cedar 46P Cole Creek Clova Juanada 67

Dietz Hazel 104, Daughter

MKH/D

5 36.15 25.68 26.62 52.31 19 5%

Born: 3/5/2008 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficienc Birth Weight: 67 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 679 lbs. Scrotal: 42.0 cm 365 Days: 1170 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: 1982 lbs. Owned By: Dietz Family Angus, ND; Cole Creek Angus, MT

Outcross

Convenience Traits

Dietz Hazel 107, Daughter

One of the most exciting proven calving ease sires to come along. Ideal for purebred breeders and commercial producers wanting a worry free calving ease choice. Ideal for today’s industry – above average growth, moderate milk, super docility, big testicles and added REA.

Cedar Ridge on pasture

His outcross pedigree provides unlimited mating opportunities; a great option for In Focus, Traveler 004, Final Answer, Net Worth, Image Maker and Final Product daughters.

ANGUS

1AN01170 S

CHISUM 6175

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

2.5 70 116 0.18 0.68 42 8.9 11

.70

.91

.86 .76 1% 3%

.30 20%

.77

.77 1%

.19

.28 10%

MILK

MKH/D

.36 15%

.29 10%

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

.43 15%

.40

0.7 -18.43 43 0.08 0.54 0.012 .18 15%

.35 2%

.46

Carc H/P Ult H/P

37 36.49 50.94 12.08 59.52

264

Born: 3/31/2006 6.0 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficienc Birth Weight: 72 lbs. Mature Frame: 5.6 205 Days: 838 lbs. Scrotal: 43.0 cm. 365 Days: 1436 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2540 lbs. Owned By: Spickler Ranch, ND; Genex, WI

Paws Up Alliance 9561 S Alliance 3313 Paws Up 9048 Emulation Ext

MDW 1Y, Son

S Eclipse 169 S Gloria 464 S Gloria 209

The Cattlemen’s Type

Docility

Performance

He is the perfect bull to sire masculine sons with moderate birth weights and broody, fertile daughters that are easy fleshing and easy to be around. Chisum’s pedigree mates well with Image Maker, Objective and Upward bred cattle.

S Chisum 1279, Son

S Lady Achievess 0114, Daughter

S Chisum 0139, Son

Chisum is the breed’s top Docility sire at +42 DOC EPD! His ability to transmit his easy to work with temperament is unmatched.

ANGUS 11

1AN01202 MOHNEN

LONG DISTANCE 1639 Mohnen Brushpopper 353 Mohnen Brushpopper 295 Mohnen Jilt 1283 Rito 6I6 of 4B20 6807 Baldridge Blackbird M565 Baldridge Blackbird 736F

Born: 1/20/2009 5.6 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 76 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 793 lbs. Scrotal: 42.5 cm. @ 24 mos. 365 Days: 1305 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPPP Mature: N/A Owned By: Mohnen Angus, SD; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

MILK

10%

16 -2.2 48 94 0.11 0.40 27 .36 .44 .36 .32 .33 .45 .26 3%

25%

11 .16

Outcross Calving Ease

10%

29 .23

MKH/D

51 .30

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

0.5 -10.64 15 0.48 0.31 0.035 .20 .26 .36 .31 .30

Carc H/P Ult H/P

25%

Maternal

15%

25%

33.40 35.63 27.90 52.61

Docility

His outcross, maternally-oriented pedigree combined with his elite calving ease, solid growth, carcass and docility provide unlimited mating flexibility. The first calves are coming small with excellent vigor. Long Distance’s 50K test results confirm that he’s among the breed’s elite for low BW and growth. Mohnen Brushpopper 353, Paternal Grandsire

1AN01148 LEMAR

DAKOTA GOLD 18T S A F Focus of E R Mytty In Focus Mytty Countess 906 S A V Final Answer 0035 Lemar Peggy 74R Lemar Peggy 29K

Born: 2/3/2007 5.5 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 65 lbs. Mature Frame: 5.6 205 Days: 708 lbs. Scrotal: 42.0 cm. 365 Days: 1383 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPPP Mature: 2360 lbs. Owned By: Bakers Lemar Angus Ranch, SD; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

15 -1.9 51 97 0.13 1.57 8 .54 .75 .65 .58 .42 .44 .29

14 .20

20%

Calving Ease

MILK

22 .24

MKH/D

Rock Solid Pedigree

35 .37

0.3 .29

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

-1.98 20 0.43 0.26 0.020 .26 .34 .32 .32

Carc H/P Ult H/P

10%

20%

10 34.87 37.65 26.34 56.18 18

A Daughter Maker

Dakota Gold has earned his stripes the hard way as a heavily used, commercial calving ease bull. Customers love Dakota Gold’s safe calving ease, growth to weaning and rock solid pedigree. This calving ease sire does not sacrifice Maternal Calving Ease or Scrotal Circumference, and offers a moderate milk EPD that’s ideal for many areas. Dakota Gold daughters have all the genetic and phenotypic tools to be highly productive and long lived females.

ANGUS

1AN01100 GDAR

GAME DAY 449

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

10 -0.5 51 99 0.10 0.46 -8 8.8 14 .88 .95 .92 .89 .57 .89 .81 .57 .60

15% 15%

20%

MILK

23 .72

MKH/D

34 220

Tehama Band 207 G D A R Miss Wix 474 G D A R Miss Wix 749

Calving Ease

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

-0.4 19.00 3 0.42 0.64 0.019 .57 .50 .57 .57 .55 10%

Carc H/P Ult H/P

2 13

15%

20%

256 55.86 39.88 33.79 45.34 1320

10%

Born: 2/9/2004 6.1 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficienc Birth Weight: 84 lbs. Mature Frame: 5.5 205 Days: 691 lbs. Scrotal: 42.0 cm. 365 Days: 1256 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: 1962 lbs. Owned By: Gartner-Denowh Angus Ranch, MT; Sitz Angus, MT;

A A R New Trend Boyd New Day 8005 S V F Forever Lady 57D

Gibbs 0549X Jauer 8016U, Daughter

-30 .71

Genex, WI

Maternal

Excellent Phenotype

Consistently sires low birth weight, high performance progeny that excel for muscle and maternal in a moderate, easy keeping package. Multi-trait excellence - ranks in the top 30 percent of the breed for 12 traits including heifer pregnancy. Ideal mating for Chisum, New Design, In Focus and Image Maker females.

S Erica 1137, Daughter

S Game Day 0483, Son

S Gloria 1185, Daughter

No. 1 bull in the breed for $Weaning, while still ranking in the top six percent of the breed for $EN.

ANGUS 13

1AN01216 WHITESTONE

black arrow Z101 Connealy Onward Sitz Upward 307R Sitz Henrietta Pride 81M Koupals B&B Traveler 4062 Whitestone Evergreen W243 Whitestone Evergreen U170

Born: 1/14/2010 6.5 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 72 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 821 lbs. Scrotal: 36.6 cm. @ 12 mos. 365 Days: 1442 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: Whitestone Farm, VA; Tanner Farms, VA; Locust Hill Farm,

VA; Genex, WI; Black Arrow Associates

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

6 1.6 61 110 0.19 0.54 7 .36 .43 .34 .36 .39 .43 .26 10% 5%

Complete

9 .16

15%

MILK

29 .21

MKH/D

10%

Phenotype

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

88 .33

0.9 -19.00 26 0.40 0.24 0.002 .24 .29 .38 .33 .32

10%

Carc H/P Ult H/P

20%

10%

31.91 48.00 25.80 61.99

Curve Bender

Black Arrow has been proclaimed by many top cattlemen, who have toured Genex Hawkeye West, to be the most impressive young sire of the year! This young sire was heavily sampled in some of the most respected herds in America because of his potential to sire phenotypically superior cattle with the performance of Upward in a deeper bodied, smoother made and softer package.

1AN01226 BRUIN

1AN01216 Black Arrow

UPROAR 0070 Connealy Onward Sitz Upward 307R Sitz Henrietta Pride 81M Connealy Dateline Falcon Blackbird 6071 Vermilion Blackbird 5044

Born: 2/27/2010 6.3 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 98 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 695 lbs. Scrotal: 39.0 cm. @ 18 mos. 365 Days: 1266 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

3 2.5 58 113 0.09 1.3 11 .30 .44 .35 .37 .40 .34 .28 15% 4%

10%

Striking Phenotype

8 .18

MILK

23 .24

MKH/D

72 .37

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

0.8 -10.34 45 0.56 0.65 -0.006 .31 .31 .39 .34 .34

10%

Abundant Muscle

Carc H/P Ult H/P

25% 10%

20%

27.87 52.88 33.83 81.91

Power Pedigree

This Upward son from a full sister to “VRD” has a true herd bull look and outstanding set of EPDs. Expect the power of Upward but with more depth of rib, fleshing ease and a more moderate frame. With even more carcass merit than his great sire, Uproar is poised to be an extremely popular young sire in 2012.

ANGUS

1AN01116 SITZ

UPWARD 307R Connealy Lead On Connealy Onward Altune of Conanga 6104 Sitz Value 7097 Sitz Henrietta Pride 81M Sitz Henrietta Pride 1370

Born: 3/12/2005 6.7 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 85 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.8 205 Days: 902 lbs. Scrotal: 46.0 cm. 365 Days: 1395 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2795 lbs. Owned By: Sitz Angus, MT; Eliason Livestock, ID; Leadore Angus Ranch, ID;

Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

6 2.4 72 137 0.13 1.39 11 10.6 9 .87 .97 .96 .94 .76 .94 .87 .65 .70 1%

10%

Moderate Birth Weight

MILK

44 .79

MKH/D

101 470

CW MARB

FAT

0.7 -36.60 59 0.39 0.65 0.003 .59 .57 .62 .62 .59

15%

Pure Performance

$EN

74 .63

Carc H/P Ult H/P

7 21

1139 40.33 75.86 24.31 79.72 4257

10%

Breed Leader

One of the most popular bulls in the breed over the last three years; Upward sons are in huge demand as commercial bull customers have taken notice of the added pounds gained by Upward cattle. His sons have topped bull sales across the country. Very few bulls can combine his level of moderate birth weight, huge weaning and yearling growth and $79 $B! Upward also adds scrotal development, milking ability and frame size. Use Upward to power up cows that need a performance “lift”. 1AN01186 TOKACH

Tanner Upward 107Z, Son

Monarch Lucy X070, Daughter

UPDATE 9009 Connealy Onward Sitz Upward 307R Sitz Henrietta Pride 81M Vermilion Dateline 7078 Tokach Black Lady 4100 Tokach Black Lady 0737

Born: 2/1/2009 6.1 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 80 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 782 lbs. Scrotal: 46.0 cm. 365 Days: 1596 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2315 lbs. Owned By: Tokach Angus Ranch, ND; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

7 1.8 76 140 0.14 1.32 13 .48 .71 .59 .37 .39 .44 .28 1%

Deep Bodied

10%

11 .18

10%

MILK

33 .23

MKH/D

Performance

69 .35

10%

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

0.6 -27.81 47 0.36 0.39 0.022 .26 .30 .39 .34 .33 25%

Carc H/P Ult H/P

40.18 77.74 19.36 72.43 10%

Scale Buster

A deep-bodied son of Upward with very good feet and legs with less prominent tail head than his sire. Unmatched performance to a year of age, he adds big time pounds and is backed by a tremendous cow family.

ANGUS 15

1AN01136 S A V

HERITAGE 6295 Car Tracker 904 CAR Duke 104 C A R Miss Raindancer 421 S A V 8180 Traveler 004 S A V Blackcap May 4136 S A V May 2397 S AEfficiency V Harvestor 0338, SonTenderness Born: 3/1/2006 6.5 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Marbling Birth Weight: 88 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.3 205 Days: 965 lbs. Scrotal: 43.0 cm. 365 Days: 1597 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2512 lbs. Owned By: Pender Bros, FL; Schaff Angus Valley, ND;

Larry Simmons Angus, OH; Heritage Associates; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

-3 5.9 74 134 0.24 0.51 3

.63

.41

.91

.86 .79 1% 1%

.41 4%

.74

.54

MILK

MKH/D

0.3 -23.07 36 0.17 0.33 0.037

.50 5%

.35

.25

$EN

CW MARB

.23 10%

.35

FAT

.35

.31

Carc H/P Ult H/P

25%

72 30.54 71.03 10.90 57.97

183

Performance

Length of Body

Maternal Ability

Heritage is the high octane proven son of CAR Duke out of a productive and powerful daughter of Traveler 004 from the same cow family that produced Density and Net Worth. If you sell your cattle by the pound, Heritage is a must use. 1AN01139 PVF ALL

PAYDAY 729 S A V 8180 Traveler 004 S A V Payroll 5281 S A V Bessie Heiress 1184 P V F New Horizon 001 P V F Blackbird 201 P V F Blackbird 020 Lucy 1125, DaughterTenderness Born: 2/1/2007 6.0 Yrlg. Frame: FeedPVF Efficiency Marbling Birth Weight: 95 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.5 205 Days: 897 lbs. Scrotal: 43.0 cm. 365 Days: 1544 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2150 lbs. Owned By: TC Ranch, NE; Adcock Land & Livestock, IL;

PVF Prairie View Farms, IL; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG

SCR

-1 4.6 64 114 0.14 -0.65

.57

.88

.82 .72 4% 3%

.47

DOC HPG CEM

.68

.41

.29

MILK

MKH/D

.37 10%

.30 15%

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

.40 25%

.37

0.6 -18.03 46 0.27 0.44 0.047 .20 25%

.31 1%

.41

Carc H/P Ult H/P

74 28.12 51.32 13.04 61.56

204 4%

Show Heifer Maker

Supreme Style

Powerful Look

Payday has been well accepted as the premier sire of show heifers that sell well and have success at all age levels. Payday progeny are highly marketable and in demand; he works well on Simmental cows to make fancy half bloods. 1AN01185 KOUPALS B&B

DIPLOMAT 9046 B/R New Design 036 G A R Predestined G A R Ext 4206 S A V 8180 Traveler 004 B&B Typhany 6014 B&B Tiffany 2093 Koupal’ s B & B Diplomat 1050,Tenderness Born: 1/11/2009 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Marbling Son Birth Weight: 82 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.0 205 Days: 802 lbs. Scrotal: 47.0 cm. 365 Days: 1421 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2020 lbs. Owned By: Koupal Angus, SD; Lindskov-Thiel Ranch, SD; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

4.7 63 111 0.02 1.17 6

.47

.67

.20

.55 .37 5% 5%

.41

.44 .37 15%

MILK

.24 10%

MKH/D

.37 10%

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

.33 5%

.36

0.7 -16.47 39 0.59 0.34 0.062 .30 15%

.41 20%

Power

Carc H/P Ult H/P

28.60 48.26 21.59 66.40

Performance

20%

Phenotype

Diplomat is a great combination of phenotype and performance with tremendous carcass potential.

ANGUS

His calves were the dominating sire group at Koupals B&B Angus, SD in 2011 and will grow in popularity because of their unequalled performance!

1AN01064 S A V 8180

TRAVELER 004 G D A R Traveler 71 Sitz Traveler 8180 Sitz Everelda Entense 1137 A A R New Trend Boyd Forever Lady 8003 S V F Forever Lady 57D

Born: 1/1/2000 6.5 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 78 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.0 205 Days: 836 lbs. Scrotal: 43.0 cm. 365 Days: N/A Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2570 lbs. Owned By: Schaff Angus Valley, ND; Trowbridge Angus, NY; Shady

Brook Farm, TN; KMK Ranch, TN; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

3 3.4 57 102 0.12 0.98 -2 9.6 10 .94 .98 .97 .96 .79 .96 .92 .68 .92 15% 15%

Pathfinder

20%

MILK

23 .95

MKH/D

20% 20%

Legend

1810 7719

61 .90

0.4 .90

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

-2.87 43 0.24 -0.04 0.099 .69 .73 .73 .72

15%

Carc H/P Ult H/P

15 52

15%

5715 32.33 40.64 -10.55 35.53 14969

Marketability

This Pathfinder® sire sets the standard for performance and maternal greatness. No. 3 Pathfinder sire in the breed producing daughters that are productive, longevity-oriented and profitable. S A V Madame Pride 5645, Daughter

1AN01099 S A V 004

Top Line May 1011, Daughter

DENSITY 4336 Sitz Traveler 8180 S A V 8180 Traveler 004 Boyd Forever Lady 8003 Leachman Right Time S A V May 7238 S A R Prospector May 9124

Born: 3/25/2004 6.0 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 84 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.2 205 Days: 910 lbs. Scrotal: 42.0 cm. 365 Days: 1486 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2728 lbs. Owned By: Schaff Angus Valley, ND; Pender Bros, FL;

Dancing Waters Cattle Co, FL; Anvil Angus, Australia

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

3 4.0 52 94 0.10 0.24 -2 6.2 4 .75 .94 .91 .87 .48 .84 .70 .24 .68 25%

Female Maker

MILK

26 .78

MKH/D

125 404

33 .50

0.3 .42

$EN

25%

Ideal Udders

CW MARB

FAT

-5.80 46 0.26 0.34 0.065 .32 .43 .43 .42

Carc H/P Ult H/P

228 27.79 33.93 7.53 54.23 531

Powerful

Density sires outstanding, wedge-shaped females with excellent udders. Density will be remembered as an outstanding producer of superior daughters. Take advantage of his GenChoice™ semen availability. Brookmore Density 60X, Son

S A V Elba 7021, Daughter with Brand Name son

ANGUS 17

1AN01222 S A V

PRIORITY 7283

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

7 0.2 78 127 0.15 0.38 18 .49 .67 .56 .50 .47 .48 .28 20% 1% 1%

29 .27

15%

S A V Blackcap May 5530, Dam

MKH/D

1 3

35 .37

$EN

B C C Bushwacker 41-93 S A V Blackcap May 5530 S A V May 7238

CW MARB

FAT

0.3 -16.80 40 0.17 0.48 0.002 .29 .32 .41 .37 .36

10%

Sitz Traveler 8180 S A V Final Answer 0035 S A V Emulous 8145

New and Exciting

Carc H/P Ult H/P

8 49.75 60.39 17.10 64.23 25

25%

Born: 2/26/2007 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficienc Birth Weight: 74 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.0 205 Days: 923 lbs. Scrotal: 40.0 cm. 365 Days: 1467 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: 2456 lbs. Owned By: Brockmere Farms, MO; Schaff Angus Valley, ND; Genex, WI

Curve Bender

Future Breed Leader

S A V May 7238, Maternal Grandam

Priority is the proven son of Final Answer out of the highly productive dam of Brand Name that many rank as the best cow at Schaff Angus Valley. His spread from light Birth Weight to extreme Weaning and Yearling ranks him with the most elite curve benders in the history of the breed.

Brockmere Skymere 9253, Daughter

Priority is definitely the “next step” Final Answer son sire that is poised to take over as the next breeding piece beyond his Pathfinder® sire.

Brockmere Lady 1121, Daughter

MILK

9 .22

ANGUS

1AN01182 S A V

BRAND NAME 9115

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM MILK MKH/D MW CED MW XX BW -3.4WW 53 YW 104RADG 0.05 SCR 1.44DOC 19 HPG 8.8CEM 15 MILK 25 MKH/D 69

4xx 2.6 .51 70 .40 112 .41 0.19 .40 0.75 .48 17 .30 .50 .80 .71 .37 .37 .43 .28 1% 4%

15%

.30 8.19 .19

20%

31 .24 .23

S A V American 1209, Son

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

Carc H/P Ult H/P

15%

10%

Born: 3/1/2009 6.0 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficienc Birth Weight: 78 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 1007 lbs. Scrotal: 42.0 cm. 365 Days: 1563 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2080 lbs. Owned By: Pender Bros, FL; Don Jose Angus, Argentina;

B C C Bushwacker 41-93 S A V Blackcap May 5530 S A V May 7238

Criabon Angus, Argentina; Whitestone Farms, VA; One Day Angus, VA

Power

Ribeye

This son of Bismarck is backed by a cow family that has produced A.I. stud sires Net Worth, Density, Heritage and Providence.

Whitestone Pride A133, Daughter

Brand Name offers a flexible pedigree that can be used on all Traveler 8180 lines. His progeny will be a highlight of the 2012 Schaff Angus Valley Sale.

S A V Cabela 1196, Son with his Net Worth dam

Champion Hill Lady 7929, Daughter

MH -10.56 $EN 39 CW0.96 MARB FAT Carc H/P H/P $W 0.8 0.41RE0.027 3 Ult32.91 44.66$F 36.84$G 81.55$B 0.4 -14.46.3233 .40 -0.04.360.65.36 -0.037 44.22 46.28 14.03 55.33 .29 8 .20 .23 .35 .31 .35

G A R Grid Maker S A V Bismarck 5682 S A V Abigale 0451

Cow Family Heritage

24 .37 .27

ANGUS 19

1AN01213 BOYD

COWBOY 908 S A V 8180 Traveler 004 S A V Net Worth 4200 S A V May 2410 Leachman Right Time BT Everelda Entense 43J Sitz Everelda Entense 1905

Born: 9/20/2009 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 77 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 805 lbs. Scrotal: 37.2 cm. @ 12 mos. 365 Days: 1275 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: Boyd Beef Cattle, KY; Ellingson Angus, ND; Cowboy

Associates

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

6 2.0 51 98 0.07 0.67 -2 6.5 7 .31 .37 .32 .34 .40 .46 .32 .05 .21 20%

Maternal

MILK

30 .26

MKH/D

47 .36

$EN

10%

Soundness

CW MARB

FAT

0.5 -11.98 39 0.36 0.26 0.015 .29 .31 .39 .35 .34

Carc H/P Ult H/P

25%

20%

30.90 38.76 20.15 63.78 25%

Complete Phenotype

Cowboy represents a unique and rare combination of the raw power of Net Worth along with the proven maternal ability of one of the breedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top producing Right Time Daughters, Sitz Everleda Entense 43J. With extremely sound feet and legs and a balanced profile, Cowboy should sire enough power to produce sons that pound the scales and daughters that make the most productive brood cows.

1AN01161 S A V

BT Everelda Entense 43J, Dam

FREE SPIRIT 8164 S A V 8180 Traveler 004 S A V Net Worth 4200 S A V May 2410 G A R Integrity S A V Emblynette 5463 S A V Emblynette 0429

Born: 2/29/2008 6.4 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 92 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.0 205 Days: 1014 lbs. Scrotal: 44.0 cm. @ 18 mos. 365 Days: 1574 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2400 lbs. Owned By: Pender Bros, FL; Santiago Debernardi, Argentina;

Schaff Angus Valley, ND

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

-2 4.0 57 110 0.13 1.30 7 .50 .83 .75 .60 .39 .65 .47 15% 5%

10%

Total Performance

5 .20

MILK

35 .24

MKH/D

37 .33

Complete

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

0.5 -21.75 43 0.61 0.29 0.056 .26 .29 .39 .38 .36

Carc H/P Ult H/P

15%

23 27.87 49.81 21.27 68.48 84 4%

15%

Maternal

Free Spirit progeny continue to back up the early Pfizer 50K genomic estimates. His combination of explosive early growth, excellent phenotype and great carcass make him the logical next generation sire. He will sire cattle with a bit more scale, length and cleanliness than his breed changing sire!

ANGUS

S A V Free Range 0328, Son

Champion Hill Georgina 7746, Daughter

1AN01119 S A V

NET WORTH 4200 Sitz Traveler 8180 S A V 8180 Traveler 004 Boyd Forever Lady 8003 S A F 598 Bando 5175 S A V May 2410 S A V May 6269

Born: 3/6/2004 6.2 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 90 lbs. Mature Frame: 5.9 205 Days: 995 lbs. Scrotal: 42.0 cm. 365 Days: 1573 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2520 lbs. Owned By: Schaff Angus Valley, ND; Pender Bros, FL;

Net Worth Assoc.

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

4 4.6 59 112 0.08 0.74 -7 6.1 7 .83 .98 .96 .95 .76 .94 .88 .37 .83 10% 4%

MILK

29 .88

MKH/D

564 1730

10%

King of Muscle

59 .67

15%

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

0.6 -12.03 51 0.55 0.33 0.067 .66 .60 .65 .65 .62 25%

Stoutness Like No Other

Carc H/P Ult H/P

6 27

2174 29.96 51.24 15.66 65.62 5994

25%

20%

Outstanding Daughters

The supreme sire for breeders desiring more visual muscle mass, body dimension and substance of bone in their calf crop. His sons are highly desired, as bull buyers gravitate to the extreme power of Net Worth sons. Net Worth daughters are further proving the bull’s genetic merit as they exhibit outstanding udder quality and fleshing ease. Net Worth is one of the top sellers in the GenChoice™ line of sexed semen, both male- and female-sorted semen is available. 1AN01152 S A V

Kramers Evergreen Erica 11, Daughter S A V Emblynette 7749, Daughter

PROVIDENCE 6922 S A V 8180 Traveler 004 S A V 004 Predominant 4438 S A V Emblynette 1182 Leachman Right Time S A V May 7238 S A R Prospector May 9124

Born: 9/9/2006 6.5 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 80 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.0 205 Days: 913 lbs. Scrotal: 44.5 cm. 365 Days: 1516 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2730 lbs. Owned By: Fairmount Angus, IL; Schaff Angus Valley, ND; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

-1 5.6 70 115 0.08 1.12 -7 .56 .89 .84 .74 .44 .77 .63 1%

Growth

7 6 .05 .31

15%

Great Looks

MILK

34 .38

MKH/D

10 22

67 .32

10%

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

0.9 -25.47 62 0.31 0.45 0.031 .23 .28 .40 .38 .35 10%

25%

Carc H/P Ult H/P

92 29.49 49.76 13.20 65.65 231 4%

20%

Awesome Daughters

He is admired for his ability to transmit exceptional length, performance, muscle and style. His daughters are angular fronted and feminine, exemplifying the look of his maternal lineage. Use on deep-bodied cows that need muscle, length, femininity and overall pizzazz.

S A V Prototype 1283, Son

S A V Rosetta 9123, Daughter

ANGUS 21

1AN01183 KESSLERS

FRONT RANGE 7520 Connealy Front Page 0228 Kesslers Frontman R001 Kesslers Bell 0024 Mytty In Focus Kesslers Bell R230 Kesslers Bell Toll 7165

Born: 9/2/2007 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 75 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.1 205 Days: 860 lbs. Scrotal: 46.2 cm. 365 Days: 1342 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: 2040 lbs. Owned By: Kessler Angus, WA; Werner Angus, IL; Nelson Angus, ID;

Trowbridge Angus, NY

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

7 -0.4 60 93 0.12 0.25 14 .67 .81 .72 .51 .39 .44 .41 15% 10%

10 .12

MILK

24 .16

MKH/D

28 .30

0.5 .20

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

-2.74 10 0.31 -0.05 0.025 .27 .38 .33 .32

Carc H/P Ult H/P

20%

Low Birth Weight

Style

9 42.97 29.51 18.71 37.19 28 1%

Depth of Rib

Front Range has exceeded our expectations by siring low birth weight cattle that have outstanding eye appeal and excellent early growth. Front Rangeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 60 WW EPD ranks in the top 10 percent of the breed, which is very good for a calving ease sire. Use this bull on registered or commercial heifers with confidence.

1AN01180 sinclair

Werner Elba 0137, Daughter

Foster Erica Y18, Daughter

grass master Leachman Right Time BT Right Time 24J Sitz Everelda Entense 1905 N Bar Emulation EXT N Bar Primrose Y3051 N Bar Primrose 2429

Born: 1/21/2008 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 92 lbs. Mature Frame: 5.0 205 Days: 753 lbs. Scrotal: 40.0 cm. 365 Days: 1313 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2283 lbs. Owned By: Ratcliff Ranch, Vinita OK; Sinclair Cattle Co, PA; Iron

Mountain Cattle Co, SD; Clark Farms, PA

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

3 1.9 63 103 0.06 0.92 0 .53 .79 .69 .55 .40 .59 .49 5% 15%

Longevity

3 .22

MILK

19 .27

MKH/D

36 .39

0.3 .32

$EN

0.30

CW MARB

25%

Prepotency

FAT

26 0.28 0.27 0.002 .32 .41 .38 .36

Carc H/P Ult H/P

20%

23 38.51 39.15 21.90 56.87 79

Cow Maker

Grass Master hails from one of the greatest cow families in the breed. Use him to infuse the udder quality and productivity EXT is known for. He offers unique growth and scrotal circumference genetics for his maternally efficient pedigree. RCF Lucy of Grass Master, Daughter

ANGUS

LLF Anita 604, Daughter

1AN01160 BC

EAGLE EYE 110-7 O C C Legend 616L B C Lookout 7024 Gibbet Hill Mignonne E37 O C C Doctor 940D B C Pure Pride Erica D 110 CAF Pure Pride Ext 99

Born: 1/28/2007 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 82 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.5 205 Days: 740 lbs. Scrotal: 41.0 cm. 365 Days: 1375 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2516 lbs. Owned By: Conley Angus, MO; Werner Angus, IL; Pembrook Cattle Co.,

OK; Trowbridge Angus, NY; Tuell Cattle, CO; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

1 4.3 64 109 0.19 0.69 21 .60 .88 .82 .66 .39 .58 .42 4% 10% 15%

4 .19

MILK

19 .24

MKH/D

2 2

10%

Sires “The Good Ones”

76 .30

0.5 .20

$EN

Big Ribeye

CW MARB

FAT

-5.99 44 0.23 0.82 -0.006 .24 .36 .35 .31

Carc H/P Ult H/P

58 27.22 45.51 24.06 71.19 112 10%

10%

More Growth than Expected

Eagle Eye progeny are easily noticed in the pasture as standouts with exceptional body depth, structural soundness and muscle shape at an early age. Ranks in the top two percent of the breed for REA EPD. Like his popular deceased sire, Lookout, Eagle Eye is proving to work well on Continental bred cattle.

1AN01129 BC

GVC Pilgrim 022X, Son

PFLC Enchantress 112Y, Daughter

LOOKOUT 7024 O C C Emblazon 854E O C C Legend 616L O C C Blackbird 632J Papa Equator 2928 Gibbet Hill Mignonne E37 Gibbet Hill Mignonne TR 29

Born: 3/8/2004 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 74 lbs. Mature Frame: 5.0 205 Days: 765 lbs. Scrotal: 40.0 cm. 365 Days: 1370 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2374 lbs. Owned By: Conley Angus, MO; Limestone, OK; McCurry Bros., KS;

Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

6 2.5 52 87 0.11 0.42 20 7.2 1 .83 .94 .91 .85 .53 .86 .70 .09 .52 10%

Muscle

Eye-appeal

MILK

17 .63

MKH/D

81 140

51 .41

25%

0.2 .32

$EN

4.91

CW MARB

FAT

31 0.35 0.69 0.016 .35 .46 .44 .39

20%

Carc H/P Ult H/P

1 2

468 29.61 26.45 27.47 65.16 912 20%

Great on Continentals

Lookout has made many friends for his ability to sire attractive, elegant females with the body type to show and make very useful cows. His reputation as a great heifer sire is rivaled only by his ability to work on Continental cattle. Lookout ranks in the top 30 percent of the breed for the antagonistic traits of $EN and $Weaning, while enhancing docility and REA. Spring 2012 American Angus Breed Averages - EPDs listed as of 12/16/11 CED +6, BW +1.8, WW +46, YW +84, RADG .12, SCR +.47, DOC 10, CEM +8, Milk +22, MW +32, MH +.4, $EN -0.66, CW +22, MARB +.37, RE +.24, FAT +.008, $W +26.37, $F +25.44, $G +23.71, $B +53.94

MSU Elba 119, Daughter

Twin Lookout heifers, Supreme Champion Canadian Winter Fair

ANGUS 23

1AN01134 HARB

PENDLETON 765 J H Sitz Traveler 8180 S A V Final Answer 0035 S A V Emulous 8145 H A R B High Plains 975 JH H A R B Black Lady 375 J H H A R B Black Lady 073 J H Whitestone Dixie Erica Z059, Tenderness Born: 2/7/2005 6.0 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Marbling Daughter Birth Weight: 79 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.6 205 Days: 721 lbs. Scrotal: 39.0 cm. 365 Days: 1271 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: 2320 lbs. Owned By: Jason Harrison, MT; 21 Angus Ranch, ND; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

12 0.1 58 107 0.15 0.48 9

.91 4%

.27

.70 20%

.96

.94 .92 15% 10%

.72

.92

.85

MILK

MKH/D

0.3 -17.58 33 0.44 0.01 0.042

.77 2%

444

.58

.51

154

$EN

CW MARB

.42 15%

.51

FAT

.50

.47

Carc H/P Ult H/P

10%

1021 37.89 45.88 15.93 57.14

2842

Highly Proven Calving Ease

Early Growth

Feeders Love Pendleton Progeny

Pendleton has become a highly proven, safe bet heifer bull. His progeny excel to weaning and through the feedlot; feeder calf buyers appreciate the performance, frame and muscle of the Pendleton calves. An ideal option for use on commercial heifers where pounds of calf weight is a necessity.

1AN01187 THOMAS

POWDER RIVER 9053

Sitz Traveler 8180 S A V Final Answer 0035 S A V Emulous 8145 Rito 1I2 of 2536 Rito 6I6 Thomas Carol 7595 Thomas Carol 1246

Born: 2/23/2009 6.2 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 70 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 809 lbs. Scrotal: 40.0 cm. @ 12 mos. 365 Days: 1499 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: Thomas Angus Ranch, OR; Trowbridge Angus, NY; Genex, WI CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

1.9 68 118 0.19 1.23 13

.50

.60

.20

.48 .33 2% 2%

.40 .45 .28 15% 10%

MILK

MKH/D

.24 10%

.38 20%

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

.34 20%

.34

0.4 -16.54 34 0.36 0.50 0.028 .33

.31 15%

.39

Herd Bull Look

Carc H/P Ult H/P

Marbling Tenderness

40.81 54.22 23.20 66.01 20%

EPD Balance

Length of Body

Outstanding young sire that’s adding length of body, scrotal circumference and an easy going attitude to his calves. A highly balanced sire, both phenotypically and in his EPD profile, Powder River deserves usage as a solid young, “all around” sire. 1AN01190 BOYD

RESUME 9008 Sitz Traveler 8180 S A V Final Answer 0035 S A V Emulous 8145 Wulffs Ext 6106 Boyd Forever Lady 5125 S V F Forever Lady 57D

Born: 1/2/2009 5.8 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 84 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 723 lbs. Scrotal: 39.0 cm. @ 19 mos. 365 Days: N/A Mature: N/A Owned By: Boyd Beef Cattle, KY; Whitestone Farm, VA;

Marbling Tenderness

Resume Associates; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

13 -0.8 59 102 0.09 0.59 18

MILK

.31 .35 .31 .33 2% 10% 10% 15%

.20 2%

.24 20%

.40

.35

.31 15%

MKH/D

0.3

.37

.30

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

.30

.34

.33

-6.98 24 0.23 0.16 0.068 .39

Balance

Carc H/P Ult H/P

Spread

15%

42.38 39.77 8.47 41.87

Real World Look

Resume sports an outstanding EPD profile with virtually no holes. His 50K enhanced EPDs strongly suggest he will have long term impact as a calving ease sire. Spring 2012 American Angus Breed Averages - EPDs listed as of 12/16/11

ANGUS

CED +6, BW +1.8, WW +46, YW +84, RADG .12, SCR +.47, DOC 10, CEM +8, Milk +22, MW +32, MH +.4, $EN -0.66, CW +22, MARB +.37, RE +.24, FAT +.008, $W +26.37, $F +25.44, $G +23.71, $B +53.94

1AN01143 TC

ABERDEEN 759 B A R Ext Traveler 205 C R A Bextor 872 5205 608Â Cra Lady Jaye 608 498 S Easy Bon View New Design 208 TC Blackbird 4034 TC Blackbird 1013

Born: 1/27/2007 6 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficie Birth Weight: 80 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.2 205 Days: 742 lbs. Scrotal: 42.5 cm. 365 Days: 1427 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: 2394 lbs. Owned By: Mohnen Angus Farms, SD; Lindskov-Thiel Ranch, SD;

TC Ranch, NE; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

10 0.8 59 106 0.13 0.45 24 11.2 12 .87 .95 .92 .84 .54 .82 .68 .16 .41

15%

10% 10%

Carcass Leader

4% 10% 4%

Balance

MILK

44 .46

MKH/D

19 51

1 .30

-36.46 19 0.64 0.76 0.006 .35 .46 .44 .40

15%

76 .38

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

Carc H/P Ult H/P

15%

10%

187 32.65 44.29 40.59 70.14 585

Docility

Aberdeen is a customer favorite as an elite carcass merit sire with real world applications; heavy usage in Angus and Continental cattle. Aberdeen sires attractive, structurally correct cattle that are low birth weight while still ranking in the top 10 percent of the breed for $Weaning and $Beef.

PVF All Pride 1040, Daughter

Breed leader for maternal traits like heifer pregnancy, docility and udder quality. 1AN01215 CONNEALY

Ellingson Aberdeen 0010, Son

IRISH 0204 Connealy Cowboy Connealy Wrangler Kelly of Conanga 577 Mytty In Focus Black Crest of Conanga 5640 Black Cresha of Conanga 3314

Born: 1/26/2010 6.3 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficie Birth Weight: 69 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 824 lbs. Scrotal: 38.0 cm. @ 12 mos. 365 Days: 1426 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: TC Ranch, NE; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

14 -1.4 56 107 0.17 0.95 23 .33 .43 .34 .35 .32 .43 .25

13 .08

MILK

20%

5% 15% 10% 20% 20% 5%

Larger Out-lined

27 .15

MKH/D

Unique Pedigree

21 .30

0.2 .21

$EN

CW MARB

25% 15%

FAT

-7.41 22 0.57 0.54 -0.018 .26 .36 .30 .31 15%

Carc H/P Ult H/P

10%

40.05 46.77 37.83 70.41

Calving Ease Potential

A top candidate from the 2011 Connealy bull class with a unique pedigree for calving ease. A larger framed young sire backed by an outstanding young dam. Irish offers an outstanding set of EPDs solidified by 50K. He ranks in the top 25 percent of the breed for 16 traits and indexes. Spring 2012 American Angus Breed Averages - EPDs listed as of 12/16/11 CED +6, BW +1.8, WW +46, YW +84, RADG .12, SCR +.47, DOC 10, CEM +8, Milk +22, MW +32, MH +.4, $EN -0.66, CW +22, MARB +.37, RE +.24, FAT +.008, $W +26.37, $F +25.44, $G +23.71, $B +53.94

ANGUS 25

1AN01214 WRA

WALKER X3 R R 7012 Traveler 5594 KG 5594 Traveler 3020 KG Erica 1195 CAR Duke 104 W R A Eileen Bar 115P W R A Eileen Bar 115M

Born: 2/9/2010 6.3 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 72 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 721 lbs. Scrotal: 39.0 cm. @ 12 mos. 365 Days: 1361 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: Whitestone Farm, VA; Trowbridge Angus, NY; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

MILK

20% 3% 10% 10% 25%

20%

9 -2.2 59 109 0.16 0.74 12 .35 .43 .35 .36 .30 .32 .25

12 .12

Complete Outcross

27 .19

MKH/D

19 .32

0.1 .23

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

-7.36 19 0.44 0.46 -0.003 .23 .34 .27 .27

Carc H/P Ult H/P

25%

Calving Ease

10%

25%

43.40 47.74 31.97 62.20

Docility

Walker offers an outstanding birth to yearling weight spread with a pedigree that’s outcross to many of today’s popular genetics. Use Walker as an across the board mating in heifer breeding projects; his pedigree flexibility and outstanding EPDs make him an easy choice.

1AN01198

DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH ER Justice N013 Diamond Justice 901S Eriskay of Er J238 Diamond Payweight 738N Diamond Black Lady 7206 Diamond Black Lady M281

Born: 1/27/2010 5.6 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 86 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 755 lbs. Scrotal: 34.5 cm. @ 12 mos. 365 Days: 1269 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: Stevenson’s Diamond Dot, MT; Schaff Angus Valley, ND;

Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

MILK

15%

13 -1.4 55 105 0.12 1.20 3 .33 .43 .34 .35 .31 .43 .27 5% 20% 10%

Big Spread

15%

11 .12

10%

28 .18

MKH/D

Different Genetics

28 .29

0.3 .19

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

-9.27 38 0.18 0.32 0.037 .24 .35 .29 .29 10%

Carc H/P Ult H/P

10%

38.67 44.92 10.66 54.54

Outstanding Prospect

Diamond In The Rough brings a new twist of pedigree to those wanting a low birth weight option without sacrificing solid performance potential. Offers a nice combination of CED, CEM and Scrotal.

ANGUS

1AN01217 CONNEALY

IN SURE 8524

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

17 -3.4 53 104 0.05 1.44 19 .39 .51 .40 .41 .40 .48 .30

15 .19

1% 1% 25% 10%

5% 15%

MILK

25 .24

MKH/D

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

0.8 -10.56 39 0.96 0.41 0.027 .29 .32 .40 .36 .36 10%

Carc H/P Ult H/P

3 8

15%

10%

15%

32.91 44.66 36.84 81.55

Born: 2/7/2008 6.4 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficienc Birth Weight: 65 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.1 205 Days: 746 lbs. Scrotal: 44.0 cm. 365 Days: 1260 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPPP Mature: 2342 lbs. Owned By: Stucky Angus, KS; Genex, WI

Connealy Onward Entreena of Conanga 657 Entity of Conanga 5657

Stucky Erica 0310, Daugther

69 .37

10%

S A F Focus of E R Mytty In Focus Mytty Countess 906

Bet the Ranch Calving Ease

Marbling

Docility

In Sure is making a name for himself among producers who demand heifer-safe calving ease, adequate growth, fertility and end product merit. He is ideal for use on many perennial Genex pedigrees such as New Day, Traveler 004 and Final Answer. In Sure is a highly fertile sire.

“In Sure is a must use heifer bull for Commercial and Registered breeders alike.” - Jon Janssen, Beef Sire Procurement Manager

ANGUS 27

1AN01181

RITO 9M25 of RITA 5F56 PRED

B/R New Design 036 G A R Predestined G A R Ext 4206 C A Future Direction 5321 Rita 5F56 of 1I98 FD Rita 1I98 of 2536 Rito 6I6

Born: 11/10/2008 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 80 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 693 lbs. Scrotal: 42.0 cm. 365 Days: 1411 lbs. Mature: 2134 lbs. Owned By: Wehrmann Angus, VA; Springfield Angus, NC

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

MILK

4% 25% 3% 10%

10%

12 0.5 65 107 0.01 0.99 11 .51 .67 .55 .46 .37 .55 .28

12 .21

20%

Rising Superstar

29 .24

MKH/D

61 .33

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

0.6 -15.20 42 1.19 0.96 0.019 .28 .29 .39 .38 .40

15%

25%

Breed Leading $Beef

Carc H/P Ult H/P

15%

4 40.43 42.78 48.03 93.67 22

Outstanding Dam

Rito 9M25 sports the No. 1 $Beef index on the supplemental sire list. A Rito 9M25 daughter was the high selling female at the 2011 Deer Valley Sale. Backed by an outstanding young dam, Rito 9M25 is ideal for those wanting elite carcass merit but refuse to sacrifice maternal strength. Rito 1W9 of Rita 4R2 9M25, Son

1AN01231 EF

Rita 1W15 of Rita 2B44 9M25, Daughter

AUTHENTIC 0829 B/R New Design 036 G A R New Design 5050 G A R Precision 706 S S Objective T510 0T26 2 Bar Objective 7836 2 Bar 6807 Traveler 5535

Born: 1/6/2010 6.6 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 63 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 819 lbs. Scrotal: 34.0 cm. @ 14 mos. 365 Days: 1318 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: Evans Farms, TX; 44 Farms, TX; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG

SCR

DOC HPG CEM

14 0.1 65 125 0.22 -0.15 24 .36 .42 .34 .36 .38 .43 .28

1% 20% 3%

10%

Elite Carcass Merit

11 .18

10%

MILK

34 .23

MKH/D

Phenotype

52 .38

$EN

25%

CW MARB

FAT

25%

0.5 -23.11 27 0.87 0.77 -0.007 .32 .32 .40 .35 .35 3%

Carc H/P Ult H/P

39.48 64.13 45.84 85.36

Docility

One of the most powerful 5050 sons to come along, Authentic is big-hipped, wide-made, big bodied, easy fleshing and sound. His EPD profile is unmatched for curve-bender spread, elite carcass value and docility. 2 Bar Objective 7836, Dam

ANGUS

1AN01229 LONE STAR

ADVANTAGE E753

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

7 0.2 77 134 0.14 0.8 4 .40 .54 .42 .34 .29 .41 .38

7 .19

MILK

20% 1% 1%

31 .22

MKH/D

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

90 .31

0.9 -27.15 32 0.76 0.84 -0.041 .27 .31 .38 .35 .31

10%

15% 10%

Carc H/P Ult H/P

1 2

41.20 69.56 46.16 90.37

Born: 10/10/2007 5.1 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficienc Birth Weight: 68 lbs. Mature Frame: 5.6 205 Days: 748 lbs. Scrotal: 37.0 cm. 365 Days: 1182 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: 2230 lbs. Owned By: Lone Star Angus, TX; Mystic View Farm, TX; Genex, WI

S S Traveler 6807 T510 S S Objective T510 0T26 S S Miss Rita R011 7R8 Twin Valley Precision E161 Lone Star E161 Belle E506 Lone Star 036 Belle E314

Curve-bender Spread

Carcass Value

Power

One of the stoutest, best phenotype sons of Objective in the industry. Like his sire, Advantage is proven to have the unique ability to sire elite $B values in a calving ease package, but with more power. Backed by generations of productive cows still in production.

“Advantage will make his mark in the Angus breed as one of Objective’s best sons phenotypically.“ – Lorna Marshall, Senior North American Beef Account Manager

ANGUS ANGUS 29 29

1AN01075 RAB-EGL

BLUE MOON 4407M B/R New Design 036 Bon View New Design 1407 Bon View Pride 664 Plowman 1627 of Millbrae SAR Mill Brae Balnorma PM 0125 MB 2RT2 Balnorma 6019

Born: 2/18/2002 6.0 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 65 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.0 205 Days: 710 lbs. Scrotal: 35.5 cm @ 18 mos. 365 Days: 1048 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPPP Mature: 2290 lbs. Owned By: Falcon Seaboard, TX; RA Brown Ranch, TX; Eagle Ranch, KS;

Marbling Tenderness

Three Trees Ranch, GA

CED BW WW YW RADG

SCR

DOC HPG CEM

12 -1.8 43 95 0.18 -0.57 -17 9.9 12

.79 .90 4% 3%

.86

.82 .39 25% 20%

.85

.66

.18 .61 15% 4%

MILK

MKH/D

0.2

.73 10%

244

.68

.53

$EN

-2.49

CW MARB

FAT

.63 10%

.62

0.85 0.59 0.001

.57

.63 4%

Staying Power

Carc H/P Ult H/P

20%

271 36.85 38.88 46.06 61.07

673

Elite Carcass

Excellent for Crossbreeding

This mainstay in the Genex lineup offers great calving ease, solid growth and exceptional marbling and ribeye values. Blue Moon progeny PAP test well and are a logical choice for high altitude country. 1AN01167 MCC

RELEVANCE 828 B/R New Design 036 G A R Predestined G A R Ext 4206 S A F Focus of E R MCC Miss Focus 134 M C C Miss Chief 519

Born: 2/3/2008 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 70 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.0 205 Days: 594 lbs. Scrotal: 39.0 cm. 365 Days: 1229 lbs. Mature: 1940 lbs. Owned By: Marshall Cattle Co., CO; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

10 1.4 65 117 0.15 0.67 15 8.8 13

.44 .57 15%

.47 .42 3% 2%

.36

.48

.47 .05 25%

.21 2%

MILK

MKH/D

.25

0.5

.34

.27

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

.34 20%

.34

-8.99 37 0.97 0.50 0.003 .27 10%

.35 2%

Carc H/P Ult H/P

Marbling Tenderness

38.93 54.41 41.78 86.17

Carcass Merit

Cow Family

Genomic Superstar

His progeny indicate he is a low birth weight, calving ease alternative to Predestined. Like his maternal brother, Daybreak, Relevance excels for curve-bender performance, carcass merit and feed efficiency with more substance and capacity. 1AN01194 TEHAMA

MARQUEE X807 S S Traveler 6807 T510 Tehama Total M811 Tehama Elite Blackbird K592 ER Justice N013 Tehama BB Elite T700 Tehama BB Elite R665

Born: 2/5/2009 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 68 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 752 lbs. Scrotal: 35.3 cm. @ 12 mos. 365 Days: 1325 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: Tehama Angus Ranch, CA; Kiamichi Link, OK; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

13 -3.0 53 102 0.13 0.06 6

9.7

.46 .56 .45 .36 2% 1% 25% 15%

.05 .16 20%

.37

.43

.23

MILK

25 .21

MKH/D

0.5

.37 15%

.32

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

.26

.31

.30

-8.45 25 0.44 0.33 0.017 .36

Elite EPDs

Carc H/P Ult H/P

10%

15%

Marbling Tenderness

35.01 42.39 27.01 61.52

Outcross

Cow Family

An elite calving ease, performance, carcass prospect from the excellent cow herd at Tehama Angus Ranch.

ANGUS

Like his sire, Marquee excels for the economically relevant traits of beef production with unlimited mating flexibility.

1AN01219 DUNOON

EVIDENT E614 B/R New Dimension 7127 TE Mania Bartel B219 TE Mania Jedda W85 Dunoon Highmark Y262 Dunoon Elsa B681 Dunoon Elsa X602

Born: 3/4/2009 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 82 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 657 lbs. Scrotal: 42.0 cm. @ 20 mos. 365 Days: 1182 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: Lawsons Angus, VIC; Paringa Livestock, VIC; NBAR Angus,

NSW; KO Angus, NSW; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

4 1.3 28 51 0.08 0.78 5 .11 .16 .17 .23 .23 .23 .18

6 .05

MILK

18 .09

MkH/D

10 .20

0.3 .13

$EN

15.95

CW MARB

10%

Most Popular Sire from Australia

FAT

8 0.47 0.51 0.008 .12 .21 .16 .20

Carc H/P Ult H/P

20%

Performance

23.63 0.47 34.32 49.65 20%

Carcass Traits

The very best genetics form Australia with a combination of outstanding performance and carcass traits plus excellent phenotype. Evident possesses tremendous muscle shape, a smooth shoulder and excellent body depth with a quiet disposition. The table to the right shows Evident’s genetic superiority in the Angus Society of Australia’s Estimated Breeding Values (EBVs). Evident is the No. 1 bull in the entire Australian database for performance and carcass indexes. 1AN01155 D R

SIERRA CUT 7404 G A R Precision 1680 G A R Retail Product G A R Ext 4927 Bon View New Design 208 D R Dobra 3453 D R Dobra 1223

Born: 8/6/2007 5.9 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 80 lbs. Mature Frame: 5.0 205 Days: 710 lbs. Scrotal: 41.0 cm. 365 Days: 1537 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 1970 lbs. Owned By: Donati Angus, CA; Tehama Angus, CA; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

5 0.9 65 121 0.16 0.34 22 .58 .74 .63 .60 .40 .63 .28 3%

25%

10%

10 .21

20%

Producing Outstanding Sons

MILK

28 .25

15%

MKH/D

34 .39

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

0.5 -14.87 21 0.63 0.59 -0.009 .30 .30 .38 .39 .37 15% 10%

Daughters Have Good Udders

Carc H/P Ult H/P

25%

10%

18 39.02 59.22 39.50 73.35 82

Big Growth

Sierra Cut sons have been very popular on the West coast, particularly in the California bull sales. A Sierra Cut son topped the 2010 Black Gold sale. Daughters are very feminine, with high, tight udders and small teats.

ANGUS 31

1AN01149 NICHOLS

QUIET LAD T9 Nichols Next Step M368 Nichols Next Step P129 Nichols Alyne L130 Nichols Sterling Silver J257 Nichols Stacy M352 Nichols Stacy J26 Nichols Stacy Marbling M352, DamTenderness Born: 3/12/2007 6.5 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 63 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.5 205 Days: 775 lbs. Scrotal: 43.5 cm. 365 Days: 1625 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: 2240 lbs. Owned By: Nichols Farms, IA; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

2.2 72 134 0.26 0.08 27 7.9

.69

.86

.22

.79 .70 1% 1%

.32 2%

.71

.67 2%

.05

MILK

MKH/D

0.5 -22.97 32 0.13 0.09 0.025

.28 10%

.28

.17

$EN

CW MARB

.29 15%

.41

FAT

.36

.35

Carc H/P Ult H/P

10%

31 35.66 72.02 7.92 52.79

102

Quiet Disposition

Excellent Females

Top Performing Sire

Sires nicely made females with structurally sound udders producing just the correct amount of milk. Quiet Lad is in the top two percent of the Angus breed population for Docility. 1AN01227 FIVE STAR 3074

PACIFIC 0005 TC Total 410 Five Star Pacific 6008 Five Star Joanne 729 Five Star 510 Traveler 1051 Five Star 0035 Lady 3074 Five Star 622 Lady 0035 Five Star Pacific 6008, SireTenderness Born: 3/7/2010 6.0 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Marbling Birth Weight: 82 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 781 lbs. Scrotal: 42.5 cm. @ 19 mos. 365 Days: 1261 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: Five Star Angus, CA; Tehama Angus, CA; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

0.5 58 99

.21

.34 .23 .22 25% 15% 20%

.09

MILK

MKH/D

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

.10

.17

.13

-8.48 21 0.42 0.32 0.003

.12

.16

Muscle

Carc H/P Ult H/P

15%

20%

Calving Ease

33.21 36.86 28.61 59.06

Different Pedigree

This moderate framed, calving ease prospect has a solid set of EPDs. Pacific 0005 offers more muscle than most low birth weight Angus bulls.

1AN01164 WILDE’S

ARMOR 6210 S A F Focus of E R Mytty In Focus Mytty Countess 906 Boyd New Day 8005 Wilde’s 8005 Elga 6210 Wilde’s 022 Elga 4100

Born: 1/8/2008 5.8 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 80 lbs. Mature Frame: 5.5 205 Days: 776 lbs. Scrotal: 48.0 cm. 365 Days: 1405 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: 1930 lbs. Owned By: Wilde Angus Farms, MN; Bruce Dressel, MT; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

0.1 63 108 0.12 0.82 7

.53 .75 .65 .62 20% 20% 5% 10%

.35

.57

.27

.20

MILK

21 .22

MKH/D

0.5

.31

.26

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

.26

.34

-5.16 25 0.59 0.31 0.015 .34 20%

Carc H/P Ult H/P

Rock Solid Pedigree

10%

25%

20%

Marbling Tenderness

38.37 44.80 31.72 66.68

Heifer Safe

Nice Foot & Leg

A balanced trait calving ease sire with solid body type. Armor deserves consideration by anyone that appreciates a smooth calving season and a uniform calf crop.

ANGUS

Armor combines the fleshing ease of In Focus with the ideal structure of New Day, and offers more performance than both.

1AN01165 BENFIELD

SUBSTANCE 8506 Hero 6267 of R R 2418 H A Image Maker 0415 H A Rito Blackcap 9038 Jauer Java 8136 Benfield Edella 1105 Benfield Edella 7813

Born: 2/6/2008 5.7 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 85 lbs. Mature Frame: 5.7 205 Days: 656 lbs. Scrotal: 39.0 cm. 365 Days: 1459 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: 1905 lbs. Owned By: Benfield Farm, Inc., VA; Lindskov-Thiel Ranch, SD; TNJ

Cattle Co., VA; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

7 0.1 70 115 0.14 0.39 19 .55 .79 .70 .62 .34 .47 .45 20% 1%

Calving Ease

6 .18

MILK

25 .23

MKH/D

15%

51 .29

$EN

25%

Growth Spread

CW MARB

FAT

15%

0.4 -12.32 34 0.32 0.52 -0.019 .23 .25 .34 .33 .32 15%

Carc H/P Ult H/P

8 42.48 49.76 27.17 69.57 36 15%

Outcross Pedigree

Substance offers a low birth weight option for breeders wanting to complement Traveler 004, Net Worth or similar sire lines. Substance progeny are very slick haired, shedding out early in the spring. This bull represents eleven generations of Benfield Farms breeding on the dam side of his pedigree.

1AN01195 CONNEALY

Ellingson Superior 0031, Son

Benfield Edella 1105, Dam

IMPRINT 8317 Connealy Reflection Connealy Impression Pearl Pammy of Conanga 194 G A R Grid Maker Ellina of Conanga 868 7127 Eligence Plus of Conanga

Born: 2/1/2008 6.3 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 82 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.0 205 Days: 684 lbs. Scrotal: 41.0 cm. 365 Days: 1305 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2390 lbs. Owned By: Werner Angus, IL; Buford Ranches, OK; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

4 2.0 59 114 0.22 1.32 17 8.6 9 .43 .55 .44 .40 .36 .48 .29 .05 .16 10% 3%

10% 10% 20%

A Genomic Superstar

MILK

27 .22

MKH/D

20%

Big $B

87 .30

1 .20

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

20%

-17.65 33 0.62 0.75 -0.014 .27 .38 .32 .31 15% 20%

Carc H/P Ult H/P

3 5

10%

28.01 53.61 39.50 81.80

Solid Phenotype

Powered by his elite Pfizer 50K profile, Imprint sports an outstanding, balanced set of EPDs. Imprint has become the performance sire with strong carcass value many have been seeking. Along with a nice EPD tabulation, Imprint is physically well designed. His progeny also exhibit his length of body, muscle expression and functional feet and legs. Spring 2012 American Angus Breed Averages - EPDs listed as of 12/16/11 CED +6, BW +1.8, WW +46, YW +84, RADG .12, SCR +.47, DOC 10, CEM +8, Milk +22, MW +32, MH +.4, $EN -0.66, CW +22, MARB +.37, RE +.24, FAT +.008, $W +26.37, $F +25.44, $G +23.71, $B +53.94

Werner Blackcap 1144, Daughter

ANGUS 33

1AN01207 DUFF

ANGUS 011 O C C Genesis 872G Duff New Edition 6108 O C C Dixie Erica 814G O C C Missing Link 830M FCC Rosetta 745R FCC Rosetta 983N

Born: 1/7/2010 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 79 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 786 lbs. Scrotal: 37.0 cm. @ 23 mos. 365 Days: N/A Mature: N/A Owned By: Duff Angus, OK

CED BW WW YW RADG

SCR

DOC HPG CEM

10 0.3 45 72 0.14 -0.10 15

.31 .41 .33 15% 20%

.31

.29

.31

.25 25%

.09

MILK

MKH/D

.16

-8

.29

$EN

-0.4 15.27 .18

CW MARB

FAT

.23

.26

.27 10%

7 -0.08 0.31 -0.023 .34

10%

Carc H/P Ult H/P

Marbling Tenderness

39.10 13.99 11.28 25.18 2%

The Finest Duff Genetics

Moderate, Thick

Added Fleshing Ability

Angus 011 is a son of the great, New Edition, whose calves are standouts for eye appeal, early growth and body type. Use to bring back ideal Angus breed character, fleshing ease and forage conversion. 1AN01220 DUFF

PALERMO 0915 O C C Genesis 872G Duff New Edition 6108 O C C Dixie Erica 814G Cane Ridge Patriot 9088J C R C C Miss Miranda 412P Jauer 589 Traveler 9091 675

Born: 2/20/2009 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 65 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 755 lbs. Scrotal: 43.0 cm. @ 12 mos. 365 Days: 1275 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: Duff Angus, OK; ZWT Ranch, TN; Koupals Angus, SD

CED BW WW YW RADG

SCR

DOC HPG CEM

3.4 47 82 0.09 -0.05 20

-3

.24

.34

.07

.29

.28

.29

.24 10%

MILK

MKH/D

.14

-39 .28

$EN

-0.7 20.73 .17

CW MARB

FAT

.23

.26

.27

7 -0.16 0.18 -0.005 .33

Carc H/P Ult H/P

Marbling Tenderness

36.17 23.26 4.16 18.65 5%

Awesome Phenotype

Pure Muscle

Herd Sire Masculinity

Few bulls have the physical presence that Palermo exhibits. His muscularity, powerful constitution and perfect balance make this bull easy to admire. Palermo was the top choice of many of Argentinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best cattlemen. 1AN01221

DUFF ENCORE 702 Q A S Traveler 23-4 D H D Traveler 6807 Bemindful Maid D H D 0807 O C C Anchor 771A O C C Dixie Erica 814G O C C Dixie Erica 764C

Born: 1/1/2007 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 84 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 752 lbs. Scrotal: 44.0 cm. 365 Days: 1213 lbs. Mature: 2186 lbs. Owned By: Duff Angus, OK

CED BW WW YW RADG

SCR

DOC HPG CEM

3.8 46 76 0.20 -0.46 13 4.6

.60

.85

.29

.78

.74

.37 15%

.59

.34

.05

MILK

MKH/D

.33

.31

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

.37 25%

.34

-0.1 20.64 15 0.31 0.46 -0.006 .26

.30 5%

.37

Carc H/P Ult H/P

Broody Daughters

Marbling Tenderness

40 23.77 17.56 28.12 51.23 78

Old School Genetics

Added Body

Duff Encore is an ideal choice for many different scenarios including forage finishing programs. Use to reintroduce the genetics of the breed great Traveler 6807.

ANGUS

1AN01200 WILL

ROLE MODEL Feltons Meat Packer 62 Connealy Packer 547 Bestrelle of Conanga 539 V D A R Lucys Boy Will Henrietta Pride 113A Sitz Henrietta Pride 1209

Born: 12/29/2008 6.2 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 78 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.0 205 Days: 875 lbs. Scrotal: 44.5 cm. 365 Days: 1405 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: 2050 lbs. Owned By: Trowbridge Angus, NY; Robert Willekes, MT; Conley Cattle

Co., OK; Pembrook Cattle, OK; Partisover Ranch, GA; Taylor Cattle Co. KY; Locust Hill Farm LLC, VA; Johnny Guice, LA; Stinson Angus, TN; R&L Angus, KS; 74-51 Cattle Co, OK; Standridge Farms, OK

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

9 0.4 52 97 0.10 0.93 6 .34 .42 .34 .33 .47 .32 .25

20% 25%

20%

9 .17

MILK

20 .22

MKH/D

22 .31

0.2 .21

$EN

3.12

CW MARB

25%

Phenotypic Standout

FAT

18 0.59 0.17 0.034 .26 .36 .30 .30

Carc H/P Ult H/P

20%

Leader in Several Traits

10%

20%

35.68 37.22 28.60 56.44

Unique Pedigree

A graduate of the 2010 Midland Bull Test where he excelled in gain and marbling. Backed by the Sitz Henrietta Pride cow family. Role Model is physically well constructed, massive in his design and has a look that catches the eye.

1AN01203 CCC

MERRITT 030 Feltons Meat Packer 62 Connealy Packer 547 Bestrelle of Conanga 539 Vermilion 7078 Dateline L189 MVCC GAR Bando 1240 M V C C Gar Bando 815

Born: 1/12/2010 6.3 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 89 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 889 lbs. Scrotal: 40.0 cm. @ 12 mos. 365 Days: 1417 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: Crouthamel Cattle Co., WA; Conley Cattle Co., OK;

Mohnen Angus, SD; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

0 2.7 63 109 0.14 0.86 9 .34 .43 .34 .35 .36 .31 .23 5% 10%

5 .14

25%

Extreme Body Depth

MILK

29 .21

MKH/D

10%

Stoutness

55 .30

20%

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

0.5 -14.62 20 0.67 0.25 0.031 .19 .25 .36 .29 .29

Carc H/P Ult H/P

15%

10%

25%

35.41 45.95 32.09 63.08

Neat Pedigree

Merritt was a standout sire admired for his abundant depth and spring of rib coupled with a wide, heavily muscled hip. See for yourself, video of Merritt can be viewed on the Genex website. His outcross pedigree and extreme capacity make him an ideal mating on Image Maker, Aberdeen and Pendleton daughters. Spring 2012 American Angus Breed Averages - EPDs listed as of 12/16/11 CED +6, BW +1.8, WW +46, YW +84, RADG .12, SCR +.47, DOC 10, CEM +8, Milk +22, MW +32, MH +.4, $EN -0.66, CW +22, MARB +.37, RE +.24, FAT +.008, $W +26.37, $F +25.44, $G +23.71, $B +53.94

ANGUS 35

1AN01193 BCC

ELIJAH D806 7406-9033 Gardens Prime Time N Bar Prime Time D806 N Bar Miss Emulous A404 G A R Retail Product B C C Elba RP 274-7406 Andora Elba 274

Born: 2/15/2009 4.8 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 66 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 631 lbs. Scrotal: 38.9 cm. @ 12 mos. 365 Days: 1149 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: Byrd Cattle Company, CA; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

14 -0.9 43 75 -0.05 0.95 8

.36 .42 .34 1% 10%

.18 1%

.36

.37

.43 .27 20%

MILK

MKH/D

.23

-27 .36

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

.31

.35

.34

-0.3 15.75 16 0.67 0.16 0.067 .28 10%

.39 15%

Carc H/P Ult H/P

Marbling Tenderness

40.54 17.73 25.98 50.30 2%

Low Birth Weight

Marbling

Calving Ease

Very unique by ranking in the top 10 percent of the breed for both $Weaning and $EN generating low input, high output cattle. A no miss calving ease sire that will produce moderate, productive females with nice udders while still offering high marbling genetics. 1AN01043 K C F

BENNETT TOTAL Sitz Traveler 8180 Sitz Alliance 6595 Sitz Barbaramere Jet 2698 N Bar Emulation EXT Ext of Conanga 6790 Lady Enchantress of Conanga Riverbend Rita T059, DaughterTenderness Born: 9/26/1999 6.5 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Marbling Birth Weight: 79 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.1 205 Days: 691 lbs. Scrotal: 40.5 cm. 365 Days: 1432 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: 2369 lbs. Owned By: Knoll Crest Farm, VA; Lindskov-Thiel Ranch, SD; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

9 -0.2 45 82 -0.05 0.66 -6

.89 .95 .93 20% 15%

.90

.53

.88

.77

.22

.78 2%

MILK

MKH/D

-0.2

.86

834

.77

.81

280

$EN

9.15

CW MARB

FAT

.40

.49

.48

26 0.28 0.06 0.078 .50

Carc H/P Ult H/P

508 36.33 24.06 5.96 40.07

1248

20%

Calving Ease

Fleshing Ability

Outstanding Udders

Use Bennett Total as a calving ease sire whose daughters will thrive in the harshest conditions. A Pathfinder速 sire and $Weaning leader that leaves beautiful, long-lasting and productive females. 1AN01018 L T 598

BANDO 9074 Bon View Bando 598 S A F 598 Bando 5175 S A F Royal Lass 1002 Mill Coulee Time Traveler 02 Mill Coulee Barbara K 323 Mill Coulee Barbara K 018 SAV Emblynette DaughterTenderness Born: 3/7/1999 6.0 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency2327, Marbling Birth Weight: 80 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.2 205 Days: 631 lbs. Scrotal: 48.0 cm. 365 Days: 1236 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: 2315 lbs. Owned By: Lindskov-Thiel Ranch, SD; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

0.2 47 89 0.09 1.14 16 4.9 11

.90

.96 .93 20%

.91

.53

.88 .78 .27 .79 15% 20% 10%

MILK

MKH/D

0.5

.87

1035

.75

.73

385

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

.50

.57

.56

-1.96 16 0.96 -0.08 0.068 .57 2%

Calving Ease

Carc H/P Ult H/P

573 33.43 30.62 27.27 52.41

1301 15%

More Frame

Marbling

The long time Genex calving ease sire that adds a bit more frame, scrotal and marbling. Bando 9074 daughters have beautiful udders and docile dispositions.

ANGUS

1AN01105 B C

MATRIX 4132 D H D Traveler 6807 O C C Emblazon 854E Dixie Erica of C H 1019 N Bar Emulation EXT CAF Pure Pride Ext 99 Gibbet Hill Pure Pride CF 90 TrowbridgeMarbling Lucy 0209,Tenderness Born: 1/12/2002 6.3 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Daughter Birth Weight: 85 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 805 lbs. Scrotal: 46.0 cm 365 Days: 1338 lbs. Mature: 2550 lbs. Owned By: Conley Angus, MO; Trowbridge Angus, NY; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

1.7 60 106 0.20 0.61 17 5.3

.88 .95 .93 .90 .55 25% 10% 10% 15%

.88

.82 .46 20%

.73

MILK

MKH/D

.82

655

.67

295

$EN

CW MARB

8.29

FAT

.50 25%

.48

Carc H/P Ult H/P

12 0.05 0.43 -0.003 .41

.51

25%

Still the One

10%

810 41.62 43.85 16.65 39.19

1686

Great on Continentals

Superb Udders

Matrix remains a mainstay in the Genex lineup both in the U.S. and South America due to his ability to sire deep-bodied daughters with ideal udder shape and teat size. One of the best for use on Simmental, Gelbvieh, Maine and Limousin females. 1AN01151 DUNLOUISE

JIPSEY EARL E161 Rockie of Woodview Betro of Classlochie Bethrothed 19 of Classlochie Bernardo of Classlochie Dunlouise Jipsey Clova C095 Cannahars Jipsey Yoko Y485 Coleman Entense 0260,Tenderness Born: 7/26/2005 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Marbling Daughter Birth Weight: 78 lbs. Mature Frame: 5.0 205 Days: N/A N/A Scrotal: 365 Days: 1100 lbs. @ 400 d. Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: N/A Owned By: G & J Soutar, Forfar, Angus, Scotland; Sinclair Cattle Co, Warfordsburg, PA;

Connealy Angus, NE; Lindskov-Thiel Ranch, SD; 21 Angus, ND; Boyd Beef Cattle, KY; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

MKH/D

-45

.05 .16 25%

.21

.23

6 -1.1 20 25 0.00 0.25 11 9.4 .71

.90 .84 10%

.74

.48

.73

.55

MILK

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

Carc H/P Ult H/P

-0.5 26.60 -5 -0.12 0.11 0.026 .13

.21

.35

.33

76 31.00 -18.56 4.11 3.95

.28

157

20%

Fertility

Disposition

Grass Conversion

Jipsey Earl will sire a moderate frame and add fleshing ability yet retain optimal fertility. Jipsey Earl offers sure-bet calving ease and maintains adequate performance when mated to most mainstream Angus pedigrees. 1AN01191 SINCLAIR

EMULATION XXP Emulation N Bar 5522 N Bar Emulation EXT N Bar Primrose 2424 N Bar Emulation EXT N Bar Primrose Y3051 N Bar Primrose 2429

Born: 3/3/2006 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Marbling Culver Great Western 145, SonTenderness Birth Weight: 78 lbs. Mature Frame: 5.0 205 Days: 639 lbs. Scrotal: 43.0 cm. 365 Days: 1212 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: 2305 lbs. Owned By: Sinclair Cattle Co, PA; Kiamichi Link Ranch, OK; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

0.7 65 102 0.02 0.02 -11

.50

.69

.24

.58 .42 3% 15%

.40

.51

.30

MILK

MKH/D

0.3

.28

.39

.32

$EN

2.23

CW MARB

FAT

.37

.36

30 0.24 -0.08 0.024

.33 20%

.41

Linebred EXT

Carc H/P Ult H/P

20%

41.09 37.18 10.43 48.18

Maternal Prepotency

Nice Growth Ratios

Emulation XXP will produce maternally-oriented Angus cattle that excel in commercially important traits like calf survivability, fertility in a practical environment and superior mothering ability. Use Emulation XXP to incorporate the longevity of his dam, a cow that remained productive into her late teens.

ANGUS 37

1AN01123 H A R B

WINDY 702 JH A A R Windy Ridge 362 A A R Really Windy 1205 A A R Lady Kelton 2170 H A R B Cincha 829 H A R B Black Lady 073 J H H A R B Black Lady G67 J H HFeed ARB Magnum 707 JH, SonTenderness Born: 1/26/2002 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Efficiency Marbling Birth Weight: 80 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.4 205 Days: 817 lbs. Scrotal: 37.0 cm. 365 Days: 1375 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2340 lbs. Owned By: Baker’s Angus, SD; Jason Harrison, MT; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

2.3 56 105 0.21 1.05 32 7.9

.79

.93

.66

.89 .86 .53 .84 .64 15% 10% 10% 20% 1%

MILK

MKH/D

0.4

.78

330

.39

.33

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

.40

.48

.46

-7.70 20 -0.01 0.05 0.041 .49

Carc H/P Ult H/P

25%

10%

193 30.69 44.48 1.11 31.81

628

Performance Option

Docile

Maternal Powerhouse

Windy 702 delivers what many commercial cattlemen are looking for - moderate birth weights, solid growth, docile progeny and exceptional daughters. This structurally correct sire hails from a highly productive cow family. 1AN01135 MOHNEN

DYNAMITE 1356 Jauer 353 Traveler 589 27 Baldridge Kaboom K243 KCF Pleasanta of Conanga 736 Clearwater Paf Seville 1977 Mohnen Jilt 910 Mohnen Jilt 143 Carters Vallee Y102, DaughterTenderness Born: 1/23/2006 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Marbling Birth Weight: 100 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.0 205 Days: 857 lbs. Scrotal: 41.0 cm. 365 Days: 1497 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2500 lbs. Owned By: Mohnen Angus, SD; Peak Dot Ranch, SK; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

2.5 61 116 0.11 1.22 34

.64

.89

.84 .80 10% 3%

.40

.72 .62 10% 1%

.48 20%

MILK

MKH/D

0.5

.59

101

.35 15%

.27

$EN

1.73

CW MARB

FAT

.36 20%

.33

32 0.26 0.50 0.018

.26 15%

.37

Carc H/P Ult H/P

40 25.26 55.07 20.99 62.68

137 2%

Impressive

Power

Outcross

Dynamite is gaining more fans every year by consistently siring growthy, powerful cattle that push the scales down. Use Dynamite to make high performing, good looking cattle and add the influence of the great Mohnen Jilt 910 to your herd. 1AN01145 SITZ

JACKSON 431T Bon View New Design 1407 Sitz New Design 458N Sitz Ellunas Elite 3308 Connealy Freightliner Sitz Eppionia 105P Sitz Eppionia 120

Born: 2/21/2007 6.6 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 84 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.0 205 Days: 791 lbs. Scrotal: 40.0 cm. 365 Days: 1418 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2360 lbs. Owned By: Sitz Angus, MT; Genex, WI

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

2.5 58 125 0.19 1.60 15 9.5

.52

.78

.69 .66 15% 1%

.38 15%

.68 .27 .05 .19 3% 25% 20%

MILK

MKH/D

0.1 -22.73 38 1.07 0.15 0.048

.28 2%

.34

.26

$EN

CW MARB

.22 10%

.32 1%

FAT

.35

.32

Performance

Carc H/P Ult H/P

Marbling Tenderness

21 28.87 67.50 30.85 78.09 94 1%

Marbling

Scrotal

Jackson offers far more marbling ability than most pure performance sires. Use to make docile, good feeding steer progeny or high powered, good scanning bulls.

ANGUS

1AN01230 BASIN

EXCITEMENT

CED BW WW YW RADG SCR DOC HPG CEM

10 0.6 67 123 0.17 0.83 5 .54 .71 .60 .43 .30 .48 .48 20%

Gardens Expedition Basin Expedition R156 Basin Primrose Lady 5287 Vermilion Payweight J847 Basin Lady S532 AK Basin Lady 306E

Big Time Spread

MILK

23 .16

MKH/D

$EN

CW MARB

FAT

80 .29

0.8 -14.29 30 0.48 0.32 0.061 .19 .26 .36 .32 .31

10%

20%

Carc H/P Ult H/P

10%

6 34.76 60.71 20.59 61.70 15

Born: 2/3/2008 5.6 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficienc Birth Weight: 76 lbs. Mature Frame: 5.7 205 Days: 862 lbs. Scrotal: 42.0 cm. 365 Days: 1361 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: 2336 lbs. Owned By: Basin Angus Ranch, MT; Hoover Angus Farm, IA;

Kuck Ranch, NE

Growth on a Moderate Frame

Short Gestation Sire

Excitement was the high selling bull of the 2009 Basin Angus sale, garnering interest from some of the industryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top breeders. Progeny at Hoover Angus, Iowa have routinely been born 10-12 days early leading to many successful births by heifers. Excitement is a clean-fronted, deep-bodied performance sire that offers a unique pedigree, an ideal mating for Final Answer, Game Day and Chisum daughters.

Hoover Excitement K160, Son

Queen of Ellston K144, Daughter Hoover Excitement K286, Son

15% 25% 2% 1%

12 .12

ANGUS ANGUS 39 39

Incorporate A.I. into Your Herd Lindsay Johnson, Public Relations Coordinator The thought of large scale artificial insemination (A.I.) can be daunting and leads some people to believe it can’t be accomplished for a variety of reasons. When you sit down and calculate the cost, and think about how your labor resources and facility could be adapted for A.I. you will soon realize it can be done with less expense and effort than you may originally thought. The following beef producers make large herd A.I. work!

Steve Hanson, Wallace, Neb., works with Genex

Independent Contractor Jeff Erickson to breed 300 head

heifers you’d expect to balk a little don’t; they walk out just as calm as they did when they walked in.”

of first calf heifers and 275 head of second calvers. Steve likes to keep the number of people used for the Steve has a corral system that he built himself. It consists

project to a minimum. On the day of the breeding project

of a corral with alleyways and a manufactured tub to

they utilize two individuals for A.I. in the breeding barn -

work cattle through during the breeding project.

one person for thawing semen and one person outside the chute system - and two people to bring up cattle.

“Leading up to the project we feed cattle close by the corral or inside the corral system so they get accustomed

“Cattle don’t like being pressed by people,” Steve

to it and are acclimated to being around people,”

explains. “The cattle stay much calmer if we keep the

Steve states.

number of people around the project to a minimum. We’ve found if cattle remain calm we have better success

On the day of the breeding project Genex brings in a

with our A.I. program.”

portable two-stall breeding barn that is set in front of the working chute. “The breeding barn works great,” Steve comments. “Cattle walk in; stand there while they are bred and when the door opens they walk out very quietly. Even those

Cloverleaf Cattle Company of Elgin, Manitoba, is

starting their fourth year of developing large packages of high-quality, bred heifers with red and black Angus parentage. They market themselves as the commercial cattlemen’s one-stop-shop for high quality, consistent replacement heifers. “In the past year we have directed all traffic to our website,” Morgan Moore, part owner of Cloverleaf Cattle states. “When clients call us, they’ve already made the decision to buy based on seeing the uniformity and consistency in the cattle photos we have posted.”

Potential customers can also read about the sires these

Herb, who runs ranches in Arlington, Ore., and Willows,

groups of heifers are bred to.

Calif., A.I. breeds around 300 heifers and 1,000 cows each year.

“When we started the bred heifer component of our operation, we were using herd bulls,” Morgan comments.

“Last year my cost per pregnancy was $28,” Herb says.

“We had many questions about the parentage and the

“You can’t afford a bull at that price.”

information available on these bulls.” Herb has been A.I. breeding since the 1970s so the Cloverleaf Cattle Company switched to A.I. so they could

heifers he is selling are half and three-quarter sisters

increase the caliber of sires they were using. This past

– a uniform and consistent group. He markets most of

spring they A.I. bred 1,500 heifers (blacks and reds) to

his bred heifers over video auction and feels people

1AN01044 Final Answer and 1AR00907 Big Sky.

buying the heifers value the fact they are A.I. bred because they know what they are getting. “I had a customer that bought one load of heifers last year over video auction and ended up buying two more,” Holzapfel comments. “He is coming back again this year based on the quality of cattle he purchased. He wanted a group of heifers he didn’t have to mess with, and I was able to offer that; all the heifers calved on their own.”

Each year Mick Cox, Mill Bar Angus of Hayes Center,

Neb., A.I. breeds 250 to 500 heifers. In addition, they A.I. “It gave us peace of mind and reassurance to tell

the 400-head cow herd which supplies bulls for their sale

customers our heifers are bred to calving ease sires, and

held each January. Over the last 10 years, Mill Bar Angus

our customers were all very receptive to these two A.I.

has continued to improve their facilities by studying how

sires,” Morgan states. “Not only can we tell them they are

cattle flow and basing improvements on their time-tested

calving ease sires, but there is data to back up our claim.

set up.

We’re happy to be able to preach about Final Answer and his numbers!”

“People need to recognize the cost of a bull,” Herb

Holzapfel states. “No one thinks about the cost per

pregnancy. Let’s say a person purchases a $2,000 yearling bull. Their cost per pregnancy that first year is $100. If they purchase a $5,000 bull then it’s $250. That doesn’t factor in feeding the bull.” 41

Riverside Ranch forward contracts 90 percent of their heifers on long term contracts so it’s important to use known genetics and have short calving intervals. “We use strict criteria when selecting clean up bulls but it’s still hard to convince our customers they aren’t going to have problems,” Justin comments. “If they know they are A.I. bred then there are no questions asked. Our customers know they are buying calving ease genetics and won’t have any problems.” “I’m not sure your facility has to be anything fancy, however they need to be solid and set up so cattle can’t

Because of this, Riverside Ranch has started A.I. breeding

backtrack,” Mick explains. “The cattle need to be trapped

for two full cycles. At 28 days they ultrasound everything

before they know they are trapped and on their way to

and resynchronize any open heifers.

where they are going before they even know it.” “It is more cost effective to A.I. the second time than to Mill Bar Angus always uses a breeding barn at the end of

turn heifers out with the bull,” Justin explains. “People

their alleyway and wouldn’t have it any other way.

don’t realize the cost of bulls, they forget to factor in the cost to feed him and the wear and tear on equipment. So

“It’s dark inside the breeding barn,” Mick states. “Once

by A.I. breeding any open heifers a second time, we’re not

cattle enter they remain calm and quiet so it’s easy to work

only reducing our herd bull costs, we’re also putting an

them. We use the breeding barn year after year because

extra premium on our heifers because they are A.I. bred.”

we know it works. We have our own, but on large breeding days, our Genex representative Jeff Erickson offers the use

At Riverside Ranch, they know initially A.I. sounds

of his breeding barn which makes the project go faster.”

like a daunting task, but say if you A.I. once you will be a believer.

Justin Jacobs, of Riverside Ranch in Prairie City, Ore.,

has enjoyed working with Genex because of the people,

“With A.I. you have known genetics and the quality of A.I. calves compared to the herd sires is bar none,” Justin states.

services and sire lineup. “Genex has given us a lot of guidance with our heifer A.I. program,” Justin states. “We

For the past 12 years Chris Derks and his wife Cas of King City, Mo. have been using A.I. in their commercial

breed 1,500 heifers each year so

herd. Each year they A.I. approximately 350 head,

we value their input. Genex has helped us choose the

comprised of heifers and young cows, located nearby the

correct synchronization protocols to use at each of our

farm. Four years ago they switched from heat detecting

locations, given us sire recommendations and advised

and breeding to breeding everything on timed A.I.

us to determine the nutrition level in our heifers; we sure appreciate their extra attention to detail.”

“The ease of timed A.I. made us switch. Synchronization protocols have improved so much over the years that if

we were using the 14-day CIDR protocol it didn’t matter if we were heat detecting or not,” Chris states. “The cattle were so grouped up we were breeding everything at once anyway, but we were going through the extra work of putting ESTROTECT patches on and heat detecting.”

Keys to Success with Fixed-Time A.I. in Beef Cows University of Missouri, Department of Animal Science Curriculum Herd Health

P Pre-breeding vaccinations or de-worming should be completed at least 30 days prior to CIDR® insertion. Proper Nutrition

P Average BCS should be at least 5.0 (1 to 9 scale) at time of CIDR insertion and should be maintained through breeding season. P Steady to increasing plane of nutrition (keep rations under 16 percent protein). Proven Reproductive History

P 85 to 90 percent pregnancy rates in a 60 day breeding season. P Cows should average 45 days post calving at CIDR insertion (minimum of 21 days) P Cows not eligible for A.I. should be exposed to bulls for natural service Animal Identification and Record Keeping

Cas does all of the A.I. breeding with occasional assistance from Genex representative Matt

P Cows and calves should be clearly and individually identified with legible ear tags and/or brands. P Individual calving dates should be recorded for each cow. Use Proven A.I. Sires

have to go out morning and night to A.I., now she

P Only use A.I. sires proven to perform effectively in a fixed-time A.I. program. P Use sires that are genetically proven (high accuracy EPDs).

just breeds everything all at once.

Facilities

Fischer. Before switching to timed-A.I. Cas would

The Derks family found they were seeing great response to timed A.I. and there was no noticeable difference in conception rate. “We have children that participate in many activities, so with our busy schedules we can breed more cows and spend less time heat detecting,” Chris states. “Timed A.I. has worked well in our operation, so it was a no brainer for us to switch.”

P Adequate facilities to gather, sort and process cattle in a reasonable time period. P Use a portable A.I. barn during the insemination process if available. P Ensure A.I. technicians are scheduled for A.I. date and capable to inseminate all cows that are synchronized. Other A.I. Tips

P Use 18-gauge 1½-inch needles for intramuscular estrus synchronization products. P At CIDR insertion, technicians’ hands and CIDR applicator should be thoroughly washed clean of manure using a 2-bucket rinse of Nolvasan® (Chlorhexidine) solution diluted in clean fresh water. P Restrict all breeding capable bulls from pasture for 10 to 14 days following A.I. P Pregnancy diagnosis/check should be performed using ultrasound approximately 70 days after A.I. P Stress on cattle should be reduced around the time of A.I. and maternal recognition.

1AR00911 MESSMER

PACKER S008 Beckton Julian GG B571 Messmer Joshua 019P Messmer Pandora M186 VGW Top Pick 130 Messmer Millie 124P Messmer Millie 9416

Born: 2/12/2006 6.0 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 85 lbs. Mature Frame: 5.4 205 Days: 762 lbs. Scrotal: 43.0 cm. 365 Days: 1411 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: 2042 lbs. Owned By: Messmer Red Angus, ND; Ludvigson Stock Farms, IA;

John Montgomery, TN; Larry Ellison, MO; Jerry Jeffries, OK; Dan Stickel, WV; Genex, WI

CED

3 -1.5 46 .85 .92 .90

84 .90

MILK

10 .84

20% 20%

Growth

-5 .52 10%

HPG CETM

17 .38

2 .84

Moderate BW

STAY

MARB

10%

14 P

0.37 .70

-0.05 .55

REA

48 .6

0.43 .69

25%

10%

FAT

0.020 .75

Solid Carcass

Packer is the No. 2 registration sire in the breed due to his balance in both EPDs and the body structure he transmits. Use Packer to add the excellent maternal ability of his dam, the popular Messmer Millie 124P. LSF Wide Spread 0052X, Son

1AR00928 BECKTON

HALFMANNHUSTLER R588 Beckton Hustler C G407 Beckton Hustler CN J102 Beckton Belga G355 NP Beckton Clipper JM A124 Beckton Vernice F513 CL Beckton Vernice A663 PC

Born: 4/1/2005 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 67 lbs. Mature Frame: 5.6 205 Days: 620 lbs. Scrotal: 42.0 cm. 365 Days: 1222 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPPP Mature: 2400 lbs. Owned By: Halfmann Red Angus, TX; Beckton Stock Farm, WY;

Cody Halfmann, TX

CED

17 -7.2 25 .75 .81 .79

67 .79

MILK

16 .74

Calving Ease Supreme

6 .52

HPG CETM

14 .38

10%

6 .74

STAY

7 .25

MARB

0.27 .65

0.08 .52

31 .57

REA

-0.28 .64

FAT

0.010 .70

20%

Outcross Genetics

Maternal

An ideal calving ease bull that offers so much more. Halfmann R588 sires both saleable calving ease bulls and useful, hard working replacement females. Halfmann Hustler W409, Son

44 44 RED ANGUS ANGUS

Spring 2012 American Red Angus Breed Breed Averages Averages CED 5, BW -0.5, WW 33, YW 62, MILK 17, TM 33, ME 3, HPG 10, CEM 4, STAY 9, MARB 0.08, YG -0.02, CW 37, REA 0.07,Numbers FAT 0.00

1AR00904 LJC

MISSION STATEMENT P27 Beckton Lancer T A664 LJC Lancer 806 LJC HB Lizzie 606 Holden Hi Ho 753 LJC Hannah 106 LJC KJ Jamie 516

Born: 2/26/2004 Birth Weight: 89 lbs. 205 Days: 769 lbs. 365 Days: 1267 lbs. Mature: 2620 lbs. Yrlg. Frame: 6 Mature Frame: 5.9 Scrotal: 37.4 cm. @ 12 mos. Owned By: Croissant Red Angus, CO; R A Brown

Ranch, TX; Brown Family Genetics, TX; Two Bit Ranch, TX; Genex, WI Calving Ease Rating: PP

CED

-3 -0.1 45 .91 .94 .93

20%

100 .93

MILK

17 .91

10 .60

25%

No. 1 Registration Sire

HPG CETM

STAY

MARB

0.26 .82

-0.29 .59

60 .61

0.98 .81

-0.030 .84

20%

25%

10%

16 .64

-7 .91

12 .24

Proven Marketability

REA

FAT

Leading EPD Profile

Mission Statement ranks in a league of his own; real world phenotype combined with growth and carcass values in the top 10 percent of the breed

Brown Mission Stmt W7614, Son

TNTS Bank Statement T272, Son

No other Red Angus bull combines the low birth, high growth spread as well as Mission Statement. In addition, he is one of the very best for Heifer Pregnancy.

1AR00937 LJC

MERLIN T179 LJC Lancer 806 LJC Mission Statement P27 LJC Hannah 106 Beckton Julian GG B571 BUF CRK Redpride N179 BUF CRK Redpride 6089

Born: 2/16/2007 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 76 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.0 205 Days: 767 lbs. Scrotal: 43.5 cm. 365 Days: 1242 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: N/A Owned By: Croissant Red Angus, CO; Wedel Red Angus, KS; Pelton

Marbling Tenderness

Simmental and Red Angus, KS

CED

8 -1.7 39 .53 .81 .75

75 .74

MILK

15 .49

5 .18

HPG CETM

6 .34

1 .49

STAY

17 P

Curve-bender Spread

Phenotype

MARB

0.13 .44

-0.25 .4 2%

43 .55

REA

FAT

0.70 .41

-0.020 .51

20%

Maternal Standout

Merlin offers a no holes EPD profile, combining a huge BW to YW spread, elite carcass values, with breed leading Heifer Pregnancy and Stayability EPDs. Ideal mating on Big Sky, Norseman King, and Canyon influenced females. Spring 2012 American Red Angus Breed Averages CED 5, BW -0.5, WW 33, YW 62, MILK 17, TM 33, ME 3, HPG 10, CEM 4, STAY 9, MARB 0.08, YG -0.02, CW 37, REA 0.07, FAT 0.00

RED ANGUS 45

1AR00934 C-BAR

ANTICIPATION 101W Mlk Crk Cub 722 Red Crowfoot Ole’s Oscar Red Crowfoot Omega 9179J Glacier Logan 210 Brown Ms Abigrace L7730 Lchmn Abigail E1013

Born: 9/17/2009 5.9 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 82 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 649 lbs. Scrotal: 41.5 cm. @ 18 mos. 365 Days: 1391 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: C-Bar Ranch, KS; A-1 Land & Cattle, TX; Jason & Gage

Spence, TX

CED

2 -1.0 43 .28 .28 .28

81 .28

MILK

18 .28

25% 20%

Cow Power

13 .11

HPG CETM

9 .22

25%

STAY

13 .28

6 .25

0.58 .32

0.05 .27

Physical Excellence

MARB

47 .23

REA

0.08 .31

FAT

0.010 .40

25%

No Holes

Anticipation is the culmination of the C-Bar Red Angus breeding program. This sire puts it together on paper and backs it up phenotypically. His biggest strength may be his outstanding dam, Abigrace L7730. Anticipation offers an ideal combination of muscle, volume and structural correctness; he stands down on an ideal foot and leg.

1AR00923 LSF NSF

Brown Ms Abigrace L7730, Dam

BIG TIME U203 LSF Canyon Classic 3037N LSF Mew Tres Tiempo 511S LSF Rachel LA409 NE0-SHO Catalyst K593 MS NEO-SHO Catalyst M177 MS NSF Playboy’s Gold F620

Born: 3/12/2008 6.5 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 66 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.3 205 Days: 779 lbs. Scrotal: 43.5 cm. 365 Days: 1362 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2390 lbs. Owned By: Neo-Sho Farms, MO; Ludvigson Stock Farms, IA; Genex, WI

CED

4 -1.7 50 .28 .49 .41

91 .41

MILK

16 .22

15% 10%

Big Growth

6 P

HPG CETM

11 .16

20%

Big Ribeye

2 .23

STAY

11 P

MARB

25%

-0.12 -0.04 .19 .22

REA

52 .34

0.40 .17

20%

10%

FAT

0.010 .31

Big Time

A bigger outlined red bull with a big spread from BW to a 91 YW. An excellent foot and leg bull that is very docile and easy handling.

RED ANGUS

Spring 2012 American Red Angus Breed Averages CED 5, BW -0.5, WW 33, YW 62, MILK 17, TM 33, ME 3, HPG 10, CEM 4, STAY 9, MARB 0.08, YG -0.02, CW 37, REA 0.07, FAT 0.00

1AR00907 FEDDES

BIG SKY R9 BJR Make My Day 981 Bieber Make Mimi 7249 Bieber Sirena 6708 LCHMN Grandcanyon 1244G Feddes Lakina 310 Feddes Lakina 954

1/18/2005 74 lbs. 781 lbs. 1375 lbs. 2106 lbs. 5.9 5.7 39.0 cm. @ 22 mos. Ludvigson Stock Farms, IA; Feddes Red Angus, MT; Genex, WI Calving Ease Rating: PPPP Born: Birth Weight: 205 Days: 365 Days: Mature: Yrlg. Frame: Mature Frame: Scrotal: Owned By:

CED

10 -3.5 35 .90 .93 .91

MILK

58 .91

20% 15%

30 .89

4 .61

HPG CETM

19 .56

-7 .89

STAY

8 .25

“Bet the Ranch” Calving Ease

MARB

-0.14 .59

10%

15%

Ideal Udders

0.37 .82

REA

30 .60

-0.04 .82

FAT

-0.050 .85 2%

Moderate Females

The high selling Red Angus bull due to his fertility, calving ease and beautiful daughters.

1AR00936 LSF

RNC 15X, Son

RNC 146X, Son

C-T Cooperqueen 0833, Daughter

Big Sky remains the runaway choice for customers seeking a red option on heifers to maximize the value of their cattle or to produce exceptional replacement females.

CONQUEROR 0026X Beckton Julian GG B571 HXC Conquest 4405P HXC Ellie May MA638 Feddes Big Sky R9 LSF Dina R5000 U8039 LSF Dina N3044 R5000

Born: 1/6/2010 6.0 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 66 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 748 lbs. Scrotal: 34.0 cm. @ 12 mos. 365 Days: 1306 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: Ludvigson Stock Farms, IA; Rhodes Red Angus, KS; Chile Beef, Chile

CED

14 -3.3 49 .23 .33 .30

91 .31

MILK

21 .23

15% 15% 10%

The Next Generation

46 10%

9 .11

HPG CETM

10 P

4 .22

STAY

14 P

MARB

0.18 .27

10%

EPD Excellence

0.23 .25

REA

50 .26

0.31 .26

20%

Marbling Tenderness

FAT

0.110 .37

Rock Solid Pedigree

Conqueror puts together an outstanding set of EPDs, with six traits in the top 15 percent of the breed. He hails from the great Dina cow family that has been very productive for Ludvigson Stock Farms. Spring 2012 American Red Angus Breed Averages CED 5, BW -0.5, WW 33, YW 62, MILK 17, TM 33, ME 3, HPG 10, CEM 4, STAY 9, MARB 0.08, YG -0.02, CW 37, REA 0.07, FAT 0.00

RED ANGUS 47

CHESTER 745W

1AR00926 RED SIX MILE WIN-

Glacier Divide 310 Red Towaw Indeed 104H Red Towaw Molly 67C 5L Norseman King 2291 Red Six Mile Shawnee 116T Red Crowfoot Shawnee 9124J

Born: 2/17/2009 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 78 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 875 lbs. Scrotal: 41. cm. @ 12 mos. 365 Days: 1416 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: Six Mile Red Angus, SK; Genex, WI

CED

0 .28

1.2 .56

31 .46

57 .41

MILK

20 .25

2 P

HPG CETM

11 .11

1 .24

STAY

13 .19

MARB

0.06 .18

-0.08 .19

36 .35

REA

0.06 .18

15%

Balance

Maternal

FAT

-0.020 .19 20%

Pedigree

Combines a unique balance of performance and maternal. Chester’s dam exhibits depth, thickness, udder quality and structural soundness.

Red Six Mile Shawnee 116T, Dam

1AR00933 BADLANDS

MONUMENT 55X Rd Ter-ron Fully Loaded 540R Red 6 Mile Full Throttle171T Red Six Mile Witzel 360J Badlands Cut Above 012 Badlands Red Cedar 311 Badlands Medora 440

Born: 2/20/2010 6.1 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 82 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 851 lbs. Scrotal: 41.3 cm. @ 14 mos. 365 Days: N/A Mature: N/A Owned By: Badlands Red Angus, ND; Genex, WI

CED

1 .17

2.0 .34

51 .30

98 .29

MILK

18 .21

10% 10%

Herd Sire Look

44 10%

0 P

HPG CETM

12 P

3 .15

STAY

10 P

MARB

0.14 .25

0.21 .24

25%

Excellent Individual Stats

62 .25

REA

-0.06 .24

FAT

0.040 .35

10%

Full Throttle’s Best

Monument was the standout of his contemporary group for growth, marbling ratio and pure power. Not only is Monument a son of the World Angus Forum Champion, Full Throttle, he hails from the most productive cow line at Badlands Red Angus.

RED ANGUS

Spring 2012 American Red Angus Breed Averages CED 5, BW -0.5, WW 33, YW 62, MILK 17, TM 33, ME 3, HPG 10, CEM 4, STAY 9, MARB 0.08, YG -0.02, CW 37, REA 0.07, FAT 0.00

1AR00914 RED SIX MILE

SAKIC 832S Red Wildman Denali 19L Red Six Mile Aviator 217P Red RSL Sue 400F Red Six Mile Cujo 800M Red Six Mile Siera 257P Red Bounty B Miss Siera Bar

Born: 2/26/2006 6.0 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficie Birth Weight: 82 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.0 205 Days: 911 lbs. Scrotal: 43.0 cm. 365 Days: 1392 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2740 lbs. Owned By: Six Mile Red Angus, SK; Genex, WI

CED

-1 .87

0.8 .92

42 .91

MILK

68 .90

23 .86

25%

Phenotype

20%

0 .44

10%

Structure

HPG CETM

13 .34

12 .86

20%

STAY

7 P

MARB

-0.48 .49

0 .44

42 .6

REA

-0.18 .46

FAT

-0.030 .55 10%

Popularity

Sires consistent phenotype and performance with unlimited mating flexibility. Use to increase the value of a calf crop and tap into his marketability. His offspring are structurally correct; first daughters have nice udders with small teats. Red Six Mile Cheta 702W, Daughter

1AR00918 RED 6 MILE

Red Mac Shenandoah 15Y, Son

FULL THROTTLE 171T Red Heartland Knight Charm 11L Rd Ter-ron Fully Loaded 540R Red Ter-ron Goldie 240L Red Pasquia ARAB 28E Red Six Mile Witzel 360J Red C Y Witzel 392Z

Born: 2/19/2007 Yrlg. Frame: 5.5 @ 18 mos. Birth Weight: 83 lbs. Mature Frame: 5.6 205 Days: 901 lbs. Scrotal: 44.0 cm. 365 Days: 1483 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2650 lbs. Owned By: Six Mile Red Angus, SK; Triple L Angus, SK; Genex, WI

CED

-2 .40

2.2 .82

41 .76

MILK

80 .71

17 .34

1 P

HPG CETM

9 P

3 .32

STAY

8 .14

MARB

0.05 .33

25%

Power

Eye Appeal

0.12 .34

52 .54

REA

-0.19 .31

Feed Efficie

FAT

0.000 .44

20%

Body Depth

Full Throttle sires progeny that are very pleasing to look at in terms of volume and capacity, as well as structural design. His calves are long-fronted, well balanced cattle with ample power and substance. Red Six Mile Faye 297X, Daughter

Spring 2012 American Red Angus Breed Averages CED 5, BW -0.5, WW 33, YW 62, MILK 17, TM 33, ME 3, HPG 10, CEM 4, STAY 9, MARB 0.08, YG -0.02, CW 37, REA 0.07, FAT 0.00

BCLR Full Throttle X180, SimAngus son

RED ANGUS 49

1AR00910 LSF

CAPITAL 4099P Beckton Julian GG B571 Brown Vacation H7106 LCHMN Flower C1161 LJRA None Heav 1354G LSF Melody J1365 LCHMN None Heav G1361

Born: 3/3/2004 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 68 lbs. Mature Frame: 5.6 205 Days: 733 lbs. Scrotal: 41.0 cm. 365 Days: 1211 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPPP Mature: 2499 lbs. Owned By: Ludvigson Stock Farms, IA; Genex, WI CED

.63 15%

MILK

.73 10%

.68

.60

-3.9 28

HPG CETM

STAY

MARB

0.18

0.010

.30

.34 .60 5% 15%

.22 15%

.43

.39

.52

.41

.50

0.19 -0.08

REA

Marbling Tenderness

FAT

Calving Ease

Calf Vigor

Good Growth

A “bet the ranch” calving ease bull with solid growth and carcass values. A Maternal Calving Ease specialist to enhance Cherokee Canyon influenced and Norseman King daughters while improving reproductive traits like Heifer Pregnancy and Stayability. 1AR00896 LCC

MAJOR LEAGUE A502M BUF CRK CHF 824-1658 BFCK Cherokee Cnyn 4912 MRM 1431 8611 9109 LMAN Robin Hood 1174B KRN Reba’s Robin KRN Rebella 805/314 Red Gold-Bar Debbie ML 107S,Tenderness Born: 1/29/2002 6.5 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Marbling Daughter Birth Weight: 85 lbs. Mature Frame: 5.9 205 Days: 815 lbs. Scrotal: 41.0 cm. 365 Days: 1337 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2412 lbs. Owned By: Raisland Red Angus, MT; Larsen Red Angus, MT; Strawberry Ridge Red Angus, MT;

T-Bar Red Angus, MT; Buffalo Creek Red Angus, WY; Leland Red Angus, MT; Brown and Broseco, TX; Rose Ranch, UT; Genex, WI

CED

-3

.96

MILK

.97

.96 15%

.96

-0.9 48

.64

HPG CETM

-4

.84

.96

15%

STAY

MARB

0.25 -0.010

REA

FAT

.56 25%

.93

.62

.61

.93 25%

.94

0.19 -0.07

Legend

League of His Own

Balance

Major League has stood the test of time; he is a past breed leader in registrations with countless daughters and sons producing well today. One of the breed greats for balanced genetics that never go out of style. 1AR00930 LSF NSF

poundmaker 9534W NEO-SHO Millenium 065G NEO-SHO Ferdinand P551 MS NSF Proof J898 Bieber Make Mimi 7249 MS NSF Mimi N187 MS NSF Playboy’s Gold F

Born: 1/27/2009 6.3 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 86 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 692 lbs. Scrotal: 37.0 cm. @ 12 mos. 365 Days: 1343 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: Coffman Red Angus, IA; Ludvigson Stock Farms, IA;

Marbling Tenderness

Genex, WI

CED

0.8

.30

.40

.34 .35 20% 10%

MILK

.25 20%

HPG CETM

STAY

MARB

0.16

0.22

0.13

0.070

.17 .26 2% 25%

P 25%

.24

.29 10%

.23

.35

REA

FAT

Pounds Heavy

Big Middle

Stout

Look to Poundmaker to sire calves that excel in the pasture and feedlot. Here’s a no nonsense sire that’s ideal to make profitable feeder cattle, stout bulls and easy doing daughters.

RED ANGUS

Spring 2012 American Red Angus Breed Averages CED 5, BW -0.5, WW 33, YW 62, MILK 17, TM 33, ME 3, HPG 10, CEM 4, STAY 9, MARB 0.08, YG -0.02, CW 37, REA 0.07, FAT 0.00

1AR00931 MUSHRUSH

LOCK ‘N’ LOAD U213 Beckton Lancer F442 T BUF CRK Lancer R017 BUF CRK Juliet N036 Bieber Make Mimi 7249 Mushrush Primrose MM R213 Mushrush Lancer8032 N293

Born: 8/31/2008 4.7 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 56 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 486 lbs. Scrotal: 35.5 cm. @ 24 mos. 365 Days: 1118 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: N/A Owned By: Mushrush Red Angus, KS; Genex, WI

CED

5 .32

2.7 .50

57 .41

103 .40

MILK

15 .24

HPG CETM

1 .14

11 P

2 .24

10%

Outstanding Combination Sire

STAY

MARB

10%

15 P

0.40 .27

0.08 .27

REA

65 .34

0.32 .26

20%

Efficiency on the Range

FAT

0.030 .38

Right Sized

Lock ‘N’ Load offers big time growth to yearling and nice carcass merit. He is certain to sire low input, efficient cows that will work in a variety of environmental situations.

1AR00929 MUSHRUSH

IMPRESSIVE CA U236 Beckton Lancer F442 T BUF CRK Lancer R017 BUF CRK Juliet N036 TR Julian LT142 Mushrush Madam LT R265 Mushrush Robin M125

Born: 9/10/2008 4.0 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 58 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 491 lbs. Scrotal: 42.0 cm. @ 19 mos. 365 Days: 971 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: N/A Owned By: Mushrush Red Angus, KS; Genex, WI

CED

12 -3.9 46 .36 .66 .57

77 .51

MILK

15 .25

10% 10% 20% 25%

Proven calving ease

HPG CETM

-3 .15

11 P

15%

4 .24

STAY

18 P

MARB

0.00 .27

Maternal Leader

0.11 .29

40 .43

REA

0.29 .26

FAT

0.080 .38

20%

Easy Fleshing

Offers Impressive calving ease that is bred in. A frame changer for reducing scale and adding doability. Use to create profitable females with leading genetic measures for Maintenance Energy, Stayability, and Heifer Pregnancy. Ideal mating on Cherokee Canyon, Norseman King and Mission Statement daughters. Spring 2012 American Red Angus Breed Averages CED 5, BW -0.5, WW 33, YW 62, MILK 17, TM 33, ME 3, HPG 10, CEM 4, STAY 9, MARB 0.08, YG -0.02, CW 37, REA 0.07, FAT 0.00

K2 Impressive Trend 939 1016, Son with 2-year old dam

RED ANGUS 51

Ten Good Reasons to Expose More Tom Brink, President and COO, J&F Oklahoma Holdings, Inc., the cattle ownership arm of JBS Five Rivers Cattle Feeding

Many ranchers and farmers

U.S. beef production is following

higher is readily visible. Fed cattle prices

will find it financially beneficial to

suit and is projected to decline more

increased from $94/cwt on average in

expose more beef heifers over the

than ONE BILLION POUNDS in

2010 to over $114/cwt in 2011.

next several years. Whether they are

2012 versus 2011. USDA expects

expanding their own cowherds or

the 2011 beef output to total 26.4

breeding heifers to sell, there are

billion pounds, with the 2012 output

at least 10 good reasons why the

dropping to 25.1 billion pounds …

economic environment is becoming

a 5 percent decline!

favorable for expanding the heifer enterprise. Numerous factors must

2. Drought in the Southern Plains

be evaluated when considering

will end fairly soon. Producers in that

expansion of any portion of a cattle

region will transition from having

operation. Each producer’s business

cows and no grass to grass and no

situation is unique. However, a

cows. Eventually Texas, Oklahoma

4. Beef exports are growing rapidly.

positive market environment,

and surrounding states will shift into

In value terms, beef exports increased

improving reproductive technologies

restocking mode. As this occurs,

close to 40 percent in 2011. The

and increased availability of excellent

beef breeding females from a

year-over-year increase was over 30

beef sire genetics will all enhance

much broader area of the U.S. will

percent in quantity terms. It is very

the results of such efforts. Following

find strong demand to fill the void

likely beef exports will continue to

is a brief explanation of each of

drought has created.

climb during the next several years

these 10 reasons.

as more middle class consumers are 3. Beef demand is rising. Throughout

created in various nations around

1. The U.S. cowherd continues to

2011 wholesale beef expenditures,

the world. The U.S. is the world’s

shrink. Owning a scarce commodity

which are a key metric for the

largest producer of high quality beef,

is always desirable, and cows are

industry’s top line revenue, tracked

and this excellent tasting product is

becoming increasingly scarce. Herd

well above 2010 levels. The U.S. beef

now affordable to a growing number

liquidation has occurred for most of

business took in an average of $125

of international consumers.

the past 15 years. As a result, cow

million more EACH WEEK than last

numbers will soon be down more

year. Both the domestic and export

5. Calf prices are at a record high

than 10 percent from the 1995/96

markets contributed to this growth.

and are likely headed even higher.

peak; and down almost three million

The impact stronger demand has

Steer calves weighing 550 lbs.

head since 2007.

had in pushing the cattle market

averaged $140 to $150/cwt during

Heifers over the Next Few Years

2011. Prices like these are high

bred heifer enterprise to more rapidly

enhance the marketability of bred

enough to put meaningful profit in

recoup its investment.

heifers. Many of todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bulls offer calving ease, growth, maternal and

producersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; pockets. It should get

carcass traits in one package.

even better during the next several

7. Excellent, well proven synchroni-

years as calf crops get smaller and

zation programs are now available

beef demand increases. Look for

for heifers. This makes heifers easier

9. Increased availability of by-product

500 to 600 lb. steer calves to reach

to breed using artificial insemination

feeds in several parts of the country

$200/cwt or perhaps even higher

(A.I.), with positive and more

is helping hold feed costs in line.

by 2013 or 2014.

predictable results than in the past.

Stocker producers have been able

It has become commonplace to

to reduce calf wintering costs as a

6. Bred heifers are now trading at a

see 55 to 70 percent first service

result, leading to greater profitability

premium to bred cows. Past years

conception rates in groups of well-

for their growing operations. For

saw bred heifers selling below

managed heifers. According to

those involved in a bred heifer

running-age females. However that

Dave Patterson, synchronization

enterprise, these same feedstuffs

trend changed in 2007, bred heifers

expert at the University of Missouri,

can be easily adapted for growing

now bring a modest premium versus

these programs are cost competitive

replacement heifers at a lower cost.

bred cows [according to CattleFax

with natural service utilizing average

data]. This may be happening

price bulls.

because genetics are improving rapidly and younger females are now

8. A wide selection of highly proven,

viewed as being more genetically

balanced trait, calving ease bulls are

desirable. Whatever the explanation,

available through A.I. at reasonable

a bred heifer has more inherent value

prices. They can reduce risk, stress

today, which should allow a

and problems at calving and/or 10. The timing seems right to breed more heifers. Market timing is always important in determining whether a beef female will make or lose money for its owner. Heifers retained and bred the next several years should be some of the most profitable cows youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve owned in many years! 53

1SM00121 MR NLC

UPGRADE U8676

CED

9.5 .67

MCE

MM MWW

REA

10%

20%

10%

LAH Mignonne 121Y, Daughter

GLS Mojo M38 Ms NLC Mojo S6119 B GFI Darla M410

API

10%

Partisover Ranch, GA; Pembrook Cattle Co., OK; Ratcliff Ranch, OK; Tuell Cattle Co., OK; Wager Cattle Co., SD

Muscle

Breed Leader

Upgrade represents the next step in performance Simmental genetics and leads the breed for pure growth, muscle and pounds over the scale!

WAGR Christie Lee 021X, Daughter

He is just what the breed needed in order to keep pace in an industry that constantly strives for more pounds in a realistic mature size. Use to add pounds and salability to your calf crop.

JF Jade 045X, Daughter

JF Latisha 1205Y, Daughter

STAY

Born: 3/5/2008 6.2 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficienc Birth Weight: 102 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.0 205 Days: 710 lbs. Scrotal: 41.0 cm. 365 Days: 1435 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2405 lbs. Owned By: Reiman Ranch, SD; Thomas Ranch, SD; CK Cattle, SD;

Nichols Legacy G151 Ellingson Legacy M229 Ellingson Ms Pstock K58

Performance

SHR

-0.2 65.4 111.5 14.1 -8.5 24.2 27.9 -0.21 0.35 -0.020 0.86 -0.32 16.1 132.3 88.7 .82 .77 .75 .29 .27 .29 .56 .38 .39 .49 .36 .06 .11

Spring 2012 American Simmental Purebred Breed Averages Spring American Simmental Breed CE 7.5, 2012 BW 0.7, WW 30.8, YW 56.3,Purebred MCE 10.3, MM Averages 3.4, MWW 18.8, CW -2.9, CE BW 0.7,0.17, WWBF 30.8, YW 56.3, MCE 10.3, MMSTAY 3.4, MWW 18.8, CW -2.9, YG -0.04, MB 0.17, BF 0.12, REA 0.19, SHR -0.31, STAY 18.0, API 105.38, TI 61.67 YG 7.5, -0.04, MB 0.12, REA 0.19, SHR -0.31, 18.0, API 105.38, TI 61.67

SIMMENTAL 55

1SM00100 KAPPES

TRAILBLAZER S516 Homozygous Black, Homozygous Polled

Nichols Legacy G151 CNS Dream On L186 CNS Sheeza Dream K107W PVF Preferred Edge 717G Kappes Sadie M166 Kappes Stop Light J35

Born: 3/3/2006 6.5 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: N/A 6.6 Mature Frame: 205 Days: 797 lbs. Scrotal: 36.0 cm. @ 12 mos. 365 Days: 1503 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: N/A Owned By: Falck Stock Farm, IA; Kappes Simmental, SD

CED BW

11.2 -0.9 43.0 .83 .87 .84 15% 20%

10%

MCE

MM MWW

REA

SHR

STAY

API

74.1 .82

13.1 .69

2.7 .67

4.9 .58

-0.03 .46

0.17 .54

0.010 .56

0.21 .51

-0.39 .09

17.2 .18

117.2

71.8

25%

10%

20%

24.2 .67 20%

25%

Powerful Son of Dream On

Cow Power

Marbling Tenderness

Customer Satisfaction

Trailblazer has surfaced as the top performance son of Dream On likely as a result of the genetic power derived from his dam, Kappes Sadie M166. Offers big time growth and power yet keeps birth weights in check. 1SM00091 GWS EBONYS

TRADEMARK 6N Heterozygous Black, Homozygous Polled

Burns Bull X339U WLE Power Stroke Nichols Joliette C75 Black Irish Kansas NJC Ebony Antoinette NJC Betsy Ross

MissFeed HPFEfficiency Pep 27T, Daughter Born: 9/15/2003 6.2 Yrlg. Frame: Marbling Tenderness Birth Weight: 87 lbs. Mature Frame: 5.9 205 Days: 766 lbs. Scrotal: 43.0 cm. 365 Days: N/A Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: 2375 lbs. Owned By: Hearthstone Farm, OH; Whispering Hills Cattle Company, TX

CED BW

MCE

7.0 .94

29.4 .94

42.9 .93

5.4 .92

0.4 .95

MM MWW

-1.2 .91

13.5 .91

-11.9 -0.16 .61 .58 5%

REA

SHR

STAY

API

0.14 .76

0.010 .79

0.46 .75

-0.18 .13

18.3 .37

103.2

10%

Calving Ease

Show Winning Style

Ebony Antoinette

Trademark has exceeded the high expectations put on him after his highly successful show career.

1SM00112 BMR

Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the perfect choice for those wanting a first year return from valuable heifers where calving ease is a must and sacrificing quality is not an option.

EXPLORER

SVJ Power Surge Westfall Voyager 721P Drake Summer Sister

Homozygous Black, Homozygous Polled, Spotter

CNS Dream On L186 WW Miss My Dream 429R WW Miss Tempting 429N HPF MsFeed Too Efficiency Much X038,Marbling Daughter Tenderness Born: 2/19/2007 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Birth Weight: 89 lbs. Mature Frame: 5.5 205 Days: N/A Scrotal: 44.0 cm. 365 Days: N/A Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: 2036 lbs. Owned By: SVJ Farm & D&D Cattle, PA; WW Cattle Co., MO;

Big M Ranch, IA

CED BW

12.1 -1.4 15.5 .71 .83 .73 10% 15%

MCE

MM MWW

30.1 .64

10.9 .35

7.4 .32

20%

15.1 .33

-21.4 -0.06 .51 .28

REA

SHR

STAY

API

0.09 .25

0.030 .34

0.14 .23

-0.40 .09

13.2 .07

95.5

54.3

20%

Style

Calving Ease

Nice Foot and Leg

Use Explorer to correct any foot and leg problems and increase style and eye appeal. Explorer possesses the recessive spotter gene; use Explorer on non-spotter Simmental and Angus pedigrees to sire attractive, solid black-hided bulls and heifers.

SIMMENTAL

Spring 2012 American Simmental Purebred Breed Averages CE 7.5, BW 0.7, WW 30.8, YW 56.3, MCE 10.3, MM 3.4, MWW 18.8, CW -2.9, YG -0.04, MB 0.17, BF 0.12, REA 0.19, SHR -0.31, STAY 18.0, API 105.38, TI 61.67

1SM00094 HTP SVF

IN DEW TIME Homozygous Black, Homozygous Polled

Nichols Legacy G151 CNS Dream On L186 CNS Sheeza Dream K107W GW Lucky Dice 187H HTP SVF Honeydew HC Honeysuckle Rose

Born: 1/9/2005 Yrlg. Frame: 6.0 @ 15 mos. Birth Weight: 82 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.0 205 Days: 672 lbs. Scrotal: 42.0 @ 12 mos. 365 Days: 1270 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPPP Mature: 2056 lbs. Owned By: RC Simmentals, IA; Sunset View Farms, KY;

Feed Efficien

HTP Simmentals, KY; Genex, WI

CED

20%

MCE

MM MWW

REA

SHR

STAY

API

15%

13.6 -1.1 29.0 47.1 15.2 -8.0 6.5 -11.4 0.03 0.43 0.040 0.07 -0.54 22.7 138.9 68.6 .94 .95 .94 .94 .92 .91 .92 .61 .59 .82 .84 .81 .11 .20 5%

CE Supreme

Female Maker

Household Name

In Dew Time has become the gold standard for heifer safe calving ease and superb replacement females. As the No. 5 registration bull in the breed, he’s destined to be regarded as one of the breed’s all time greats. A top selling GenChoice™ sire as a result of his outstanding heifer progeny.

1SM00122 TRIPLE C

KLS Diamond W516, Daughter

HPF Misti U353, Daughter

SINGLETARY S3H Nichols Legacy G151 Hooks Shear Force 38K C&D Tracy

Homozygous Black, Homozygous Polled

Ellingson Black Perfector Lucas Josie 19K RIV BLK Josie 43B 755G

Born: 3/4/2006 6.0 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 91 lbs. Mature Frame: 5.8 205 Days: 753 lbs. Scrotal: 42.0 cm. 365 Days: 1326 lbs. Mature: 2644 lbs. Owned By: Remington Land & Cattle, AB; Cow Camp Ranch, KS;

Genex, WI

CED BW

MCE

MM MWW

20%

REA

SHR

STAY

API

8.8 2.1 48.6 88.9 11.8 0.3 24.6 18.4 -0.11 0.59 0.000 0.60 -0.50 20.5 142.4 82.3 .61 .66 .54 .54 .40 .38 .39 .44 .31 .29 .39 .29 .09 .21

High API Index

Mating Opportunities

Depth of Body

Singletary is the homozygous black son of choice of the deceased Shear Force. He possesses impeccable structure, muscle and body depth.

Remington Soft Touch 59W, Daughter Spring 2012 American Simmental Purebred Breed Averages CE 7.5, BW 0.7, WW 30.8, YW 56.3, MCE 10.3, MM 3.4, MWW 18.8, CW -2.9, YG -0.04, MB 0.17, BF 0.12, REA 0.19, SHR -0.31, STAY 18.0, API 105.38, TI 61.67

SIMMENTAL 57

1SM00115 RC

CLUB KING 040R WLE Power Stroke HC Hummer 12M LBR Destinys Dream K830

Homozygous Black, Homozygous Polled

CCR Griffey RC Miss Griffey 038N Miss RC 600U 501F

Born: 2/14/2005 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 87 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.1 205 Days: 687 lbs. Scrotal: 41.9 cm. 365 Days: 1336 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2010 lbs. Owned By: Hart Farms, SD; River Creek Farms, KS

CED

8.5 .86

MCE

MM MWW

REA

SHR

STAY

API

20%

0.7 48.2 83.8 19.2 -5.9 18.2 13.1 0.00 0.17 0.000 0.16 -0.28 21.9 122.5 71.7 .90 .87 .85 .74 .73 .74 .59 .44 .49 .57 .47 .10 .15

Moderate Frame

Powerfully Muscled

Long-strided

Club Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s progeny possess strong tops and thick quarters. His daughters have nice udders with small teats.

RLSM 14Y, Daughter

1SM00119 BCLR

AMMO W513-1 TNT Gunner N208 TNT Top Gun R244 TNT Miss Sadie M68

Homozygous Polled, Heterozygous Black

HART Extra Effort G289 BCLR Miss Regan R513 TNT Miss Tessa G180

Born: 2/25/2009 6.4 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 100 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 852 lbs. Scrotal: 40.0 cm. @ 12 mos. 365 Days: N/A Mature: N/A Owned By: Bichler Simmentals, ND; Gonsior Simmentals, NE; Genex, WI

CED

20%

25%

MCE

MM MWW

REA

SHR

STAY

10.3 -0.5 22.8 50.5 13.9 -0.5 10.9 -7.7 -0.03 -0.09 0.020 0.19 -0.13 19.7 .39 .41 .35 .33 .26 .24 .25 .28 .25 .26 .34 .25 .02 .08

Top Gun Son

API

99.3

52.6

15%

New Heterozygous Black Option

Pedigree Flexibility

Look to Ammo for a refreshing pedigree free of Dream On and Shear Force. Ammo mates nicely on these pedigrees to add muscle and growth.

BCLR Miss Ammo Y123, Daughter

simmental

1SM00113 TNT

TANKER U236 Homozygous Black, Homozygous Polled

Ellingson Legacy M229 Mr NLC Superior S6018 EBS Jokers Caren TNT Five Star P275 TNT Miss S17 TNT Miss Honey L9

Born: 2/29/2008 5.8 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 98 lbs. Mature Frame: 5.7 205 Days: 944 lbs. Scrotal: 38.5 cm. @ 12 mos. 365 Days: 1696 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: N/A Owned By: TNT Simmentals, NS; Rick Dunsmore, SD

CED BW

MCE

MM MWW

15%

10%

20%

REA

SHR

STAY

7.0 0.3 52.3 99.0 14.0 0.4 26.6 21.9 -0.11 -0.03 0.040 0.89 -0.28 17.7 .66 .81 .77 .75 .29 .27 .29 .55 .35 .35 .46 .32 .06 .06

Moderate

API

106

Thick Muscle Pattern

71.1 10%

Performance

Perhaps no other bull puts as much explosive early growth in such a moderate framed package. Tankerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s progeny are extremely deep-ribbed, sound and easy fleshing. Hart First Class X160, Son

1SM00090 SVF/NJC

GGRR 23Y, Son

MO BETTER M217 Homozygous Black, Homozygous Polled

SRS Fortune 500 STF Mr. Momentum H508 LRS Ms Zinger 508C HC Power Drive 88H NJC SVF Antoinette K205 NJC TJF Hollye Hunter

Born: 9/24/2002 6.5 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 84 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.5 205 Days: 670 lbs. Scrotal: 46.0 cm. 365 Days: N/A Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2375 lbs. Owned By: Troy Hadden, IA; Double N Farm, VA; Black Ridge

Simmentals, VA; Genex, WI

CED BW

3.1 1.6 35.3 80.3 .90 .91 .90 .89 4%

MCE

MM MWW

7.6 -9.7 7.9 .85 .85 .85

Popular Blaze Face

REA

SHR

STAY

API

13.5 0.06 0.22 0.030 0.22 -0.23 21.1 112.7 63.3 .60 .55 .71 .75 .69 .05 .30 5%

Outstanding Growth

25%

Deep-ribbed Females

Mo Better is the blaze-faced standard for growth and power. He is ideal for crossbreeding when used on commercial Angus females.

SC Mo Magic S47, Son

CCR Ms Snapple 9063W, Daughter

SIMMENTAL 59

1SM00125 S D S

GRADUATE 006X Nichols Legacy G151 Hooks Shear Force 38K C&D Tracy ALC Big Eye D09N S D S Queen 814U S D S Queen 443P

Homozygous Black, Homozygous Polled 5/8 Simmental, 3/8 Angus

Born: 2/11/2010 5.7 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 74 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 752 lbs. Scrotal: 34.5 cm. @ 12 mos. 365 Days: 1262 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: Gibbs Farms, AL; Cow Camp Ranch, KS;

South Dakota State University, SD

CED

MCE

MM MWW

15%

10%

REA

SHR

18.5 -4.1 25.9 59.3 11.7 11.1 24.0 -7.7 -0.07 0.67 0.080 0.71 -0.53 .35 .34 .30 .31 .22 .23 .25 .26 .26 .28 .38 .27 .08

Calving Ease

10%

Marbling

STAY

API

161 77.5

Phenotype

Graduate represents a new breed of SimAngus genetics that combines all of the ingredients to be used extremely heavy in the commercial industry. His light birth weight, breed topping carcass merit combined with the right look make him the perfect bull to go into large heifer projects to add heterosis and marbling!

1SM00126 MCM

Hooks Shear Force 38K, Sire

TOP GRADE 018X Ellingson Legacy M229 MR NLC Upgrade U8676 Ms NLC Mojo S6119 B MCM Marbler 307N MCM 513R MCM 210M

Homozygous Black, Homozygous Polled, 3/4 Simmental, 1/4 Angus

Born: 3/11/2010 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Birth Weight: 77 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.0 205 Days: 720 lbs. Scrotal: 39.0 @ 12 mos. 365 Days: 1216 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: River Creek Farms, KS

CED

MCE

MM MWW

10%

12.0 -2.2 41.0 84.2 15.7 8.2 28.7 .34 .36 .34 .35 .21 .20 .21 20% 25%

Total Package

10%

15%

20%

REA

SHR

9.7 -0.05 0.54 0.060 0.72 -0.25 .29 .25 .25 .35 .24 .04

Curve Bender

STAY

API

Feed Efficiency

150.3 82.1

Maternal Lineage

Top Grade has been admired as one of the very best sons of Upgrade for putting it all together in one package. Study his EPD profile, pedigree and picture, you will find a very complete herd sire prospect. We strongly believe Top Grade will make his mark on the Simmental breed. His maternal lineage is four and five generations deep with productive, award winning cows.

SIMANGUS

Spring 2012 American Simmental Purebred Spring 2012 American Simmental Hybrid Breed Averages CE CE 7.5, 8.6, BW BW 0.7, -0.6,WW WW30.8, 25.7,YW YW56.3, 52.0,MCE MCE10.3, 7.6, MM 3.4, 2.1, MWW 18.8, 14.9, CW -2.9, -7.1, YG -0.04, MB 0.19, SHR STAY-0.30, 18.0, API 105.38, YG 0.17, 0.05, BF MB0.12, 0.37,REA BF 0.038, REA-0.31, 0.05, SHR 106.76, TI 61.67 62.48

1SM00124

gw premium beef 021TS G A R Precision 1680 G A R US Premium Beef G A R EXT 2928 GW Lucky Charm 665K GW Miss Lucky Charm 410P GW Miss Lucky Stike 242

Homozygous Black, Homozygous Polled, 1/2 Angus, 1/2 Simmental

Born: 2/8/2006 5.8 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 91 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.0 205 Days: 706 lbs. Scrotal: 39 cm. 365 Days: 1252 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPPP Mature: 2400 lbs. Owned By: Gateway Simmentals, MT

CED

10%

MCE

MM MWW

25%

20%

Proven calving ease

20%

REA

SHR

19.2 -3.7 21.8 66.7 15.8 6.0 16.9 -1.9 -0.04 0.71 0.050 0.45 -0.71 .88 .91 .87 .87 .79 .78 .78 .60 .56 .74 .72 .73 .16 3%

Elite Carcass Merit

STAY

API

10%

168.5 75.9

Functional Phenotype

One of the best proven SimAngus bulls in the breed with his elite calving ease, solid growth, leading carcass merit and index values. Consistency is his strong suit, he sires moderate-framed, big-bodied, heavy muscled, wide-based, super sound progeny that excel on paper and in the pasture.

GW Premium Choice 532X, Son

GW Premium Beef 691X, Son

His pedigree offers lots of mating flexibility including daughters of Dual Focus, Combination and Shear Force. 1SM00114 TNT

TUITION U238 SITZ Traveler 8180 S A V Final Answer 0035 S A V Emulous 8145 TNT Hemi N267 TNT Miss S68 TNT Miss Angela N39

Homozygous Black, Homozygous Polled, ½ Angus, ½ Simmental

Born: 2/24/2008 6.8 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 88 lbs. Mature Frame: 5.9 205 Days: 863 lbs. Scrotal: 42.0 cm. 365 Days: 1641 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: 2400 lbs. Owned By: TNT Simmentals, ND; Genex, WI

CED

MCE

MM MWW

25%

10%

REA

SHR

12.8 -2.3 44.5 88.7 10.0 2.1 24.4 12.1 0.17 0.70 0.080 0.22 -0.21 .61 .69 .60 .55 .29 .26 .27 .45 .30 .28 .40 .26 .01 15% 20%

Heterosis

Body Capacity

20%

STAY

API

146.7 84.7

Power

Tuition is one of the highest ranking SimAngus bulls for both API and TI in the entire breed. He covers all of the bases for calving ease, growth, strong maternal and leading carcass merit. Tuition sires big-bodied, soft made, structurally correct cattle that enhance profitability in the pasture and on the rail. Purebred Breed Averages Spring 2012 American Simmental Hybrid Breed Averages 7.5, BW -0.6, 0.7, WW MM 2.1, 3.4, MWW MWW 14.9, 18.8, CW CW -7.1, -2.9, CE 8.6, WW30.8, 25.7,YW YW56.3, 52.0,MCE MCE10.3, 7.6, MM -0.04,MB MB0.37, 0.17,BF BF0.038, 0.12, REA 18.0, API 105.38, TI 61.67 YG 0.05, REA 0.19, 0.05, SHR SHR -0.31, -0.30, STAY API 106.76, TI 62.48

TNT X314, Son

SIMANGUS 61

1SM00117 CCR

RED LINE 5338U Homozygous Polled, Non-Diluter

Hooks Shear Force 38K Hooks Pacesetter 8P Hooks Meah 22M SVF/NJC Built Right N48 CCR 880H Right 6311S CCR Red Dalia 880H

Born: 9/8/2008 6.3 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 73 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 696 lbs. Scrotal: 38.5 cm. @ 15 mos. 365 Days: 1337 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: Cow Camp Ranch, KS; Genex, WI

CED BW

MCE

MM MWW

REA

SHR

STAY

API

15%

Marbling Tenderness

9.3 0.7 44.7 85.0 10.3 -0.4 22.0 14.2 0.04 0.32 0.020 0.25 -0.31 18.1 123.9 74.2 .42 .46 .40 .37 .27 .25 .26 .32 .27 .28 .38 .27 .05 .10 4%

15%

Calving Ease

Female-maker

Unique Pedigree

The Pacesetter x Built Right pedigree indicates a strong maternal influence. Female progeny are deep-ribbed with a maternal look.

1SM00087

WINCHESTER HR P8315 Homozygous Polled, Non-Spotter, Non-Diluter

Nichols Legacy G151 CNS Dream On L186 CNS Sheeza Dream K107W BS Mr Arapahoe 811A HS Reflections J34 HF/GFI Ruby Red 33E

THSREfficiency Trudie T727, DaughterTenderness Born: 2/8/2004 6.6 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Marbling Birth Weight: 82 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.4 205 Days: 780 lbs. Scrotal: 39.0 cm. @ 11 mos. 365 Days: 1305 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPPP Mature: N/A Owned By: Black Tie Simmental, ND; Genex, WI

CED BW

MCE

MM MWW

REA

SHR

STAY

API

15%

17.6 -2.2 22.7 32.6 12.3 -2.4 8.9 -21.8 -0.32 0.19 -0.020 0.55 -0.43 26.4 138.8 62.6 .88 .90 .88 .87 .82 .82 .82 .60 .48 .56 .61 .54 .10 .27 1% 10%

25%

Red Calving Ease Sire

Maternal

Length of Body

Winchester’s calving ease EPD tabulation has become highly proven as more customers look to this popular brother to Remington Red Label.

1SM00086

REMINGTON “RED LABEL” HR Nicohls Legaxy G151 CNS Dream On L186 CNS Sheeza Dream K107W BS Mr Arapahoe 811A HS Reflections J34 HF/GFI Ruby Red 33E

Homozygous Polled, Non-Spotter, Non-Diluter

Limited Annie S693,Tenderness Born: 2/9/2004 6.4 Yrlg. Frame: FeedASR Efficiency Marbling Daughter Birth Weight: 78 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.3 205 Days: 750 lbs. Scrotal: 42.0 cm. @ 11 mos. 365 Days: 1235 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2577 lbs. Owned By: Remington Land & Cattle, AB

CED BW

MCE

6.7 .94

33.9 .93

56.8 .93

6.2 .91

2.4 .94

MM MWW

REA

SHR

STAY

API

-0.9 .91

-0.4 .61

-0.06 .58

0.11 .77

0.020 .81

0.35 .77

-0.43 .10

24.2 .29

112

59.5

20%

15%

10%

16.0 .91

Productive Daughters

Performance

Cowman’s Bull

Remington “Red Label” will go down in history as one of the great sires of daughters. Use him to sire big volume, highly productive daughters that will work in any scenario.

SIMMENTAL

1SM00097 TNT

GUNNER N208 CCR Griffey RC Stinger 072K Miss RC 600U 501F JF New Dimension 903J TNT Miss Honey L9 TNT Miss Allie J1

Homozygous Polled, Non-Spotter, Non-Diluter

Born: 2/22/2003 6.6 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 70 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.4 205 Days: 818 lbs. Scrotal: 40.0 cm. 365 Days: 1434 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: 2410 lbs. Owned By: TNT Simmentals, ND; Kjelgaardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Simmentals, ND; Genex, WI

CED

MCE

MM MWW

REA

SHR

STAY

API

13.8 0.3 32.5 56.3 14.0 -0.2 16.1 -3.7 0.11 0.17 0.040 -0.07 -0.12 13.1 104.8 63.2 .93 .94 .93 .93 .91 .90 .91 .61 .58 .78 .81 .77 .03 .29 3%

15%

Maternal

Calving Ease

Sound

Gunner sires moderate birth weights, functional females with extra body and nice udders. His progeny are sound structured cattle that stand on a big foot and move very well. TNT X328, Son

1SM00103 TNT

TOP GUN R244 RC Stinger 072K TNT Gunner N208 TNT Miss Honey L9 TNT Impact H21 TNT Miss Sadie M68 TNT Miss Jaden J318

Homozygous Polled, Non-Spotter, Non-Diluter

Born: 2/25/2005 6.7 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 100 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.5 205 Days: 872 lbs. Scrotal: 38.0 cm. @ 12 mos. 365 Days: 1574 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2659 lbs. Owned By: TNT Simmentals, ND; Genex, WI

CED BW

MCE

10%

MWW

REA

SHR

STAY

7.4 1.4 42.2 86.5 16.6 -10.6 10.5 16.5 0.06 -0.05 0.020 0.17 -0.14 17.4 .87 .90 .87 .86 .77 .77 .78 .59 .51 .60 .67 .59 .02 .12

Power

Mass

API

98.3

61.5

Muscle & Bone

A nice EPD spread and a physical powerhouse. Top Gun is seeing heavy usage in the U.S. and Canada in both registered and commercial herds as they seek to add pounds of calf without dramatically adding birth weight. HPF/PRS Perfect Chance, Daughter Spring 2012 American Simmental Purebred Breed Averages CE 7.5, BW 0.7, WW 30.8, YW 56.3, MCE 10.3, MM 3.4, MWW 18.8, CW -2.9, YG -0.04, MB 0.17, BF 0.12, REA 0.19, SHR -0.31, STAY 18.0, API 105.38, TI 61.67

SIMMENTAL 63

1SM00111 GCF MR

AMIGO Nichols Legacy G151 CNS Dream On L186 CNS Sheeza Dream K107W

Homozygous Polled, Non-Diluter

SAC Mr MT 73G GCF Miss MT-ZEL ZEIS Miss Fortune J79

Born: 2/8/2006 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 78 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 749 lbs. Scrotal: 48.0 cm. 365 Days: 1326 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: 2228 lbs. Owned By: Grindstone Creek, MO

CED

15%

25%

20%

11.3 -0.5 39.0 57.1 .71 .84 .79 .71

MCE

MM MWW

REA

SHR

STAY

API

25%

15%

6.8 -8.1 11.4 -5.0 -0.08 0.21 0.020 0.31 -0.35 18.7 118.3 68.3 .39 .38 .39 .54 .35 .35 .44 .33 .09 .15 25%

Flawless Phenotype

Capacity

Structure

Amigo sired the Champion Percentage Female at the 2011 Simmental Junior National. He is transmitting his outstanding physical traits to his progeny - excellent volume, abundant muscling and tremendous structural integrity. SJW LAKOTA 052X, Daughter

IDEAL X13

1SM00123 ELLINGSON

BH Tracker 998J THSF Freedom 300N SAFN Miss Zing 02H

Homozygous Polled

Ellingson Powerline P430 Ellingson Powerline S681 Ellingson Long Cut N343

Born: 1/28/2010 6.9 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 98 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 919 lbs. Scrotal: 37.5 cm. @ 13 mos. 365 Days: 1751 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: Ellingson Simmentals, ND; Ben Kleppe, ND; Genex, WI

CED BW

MCE

MM MWW

20%

10%

REA

SHR

15%

STAY

1.7 2.2 50.2 99.2 13.3 3.0 28.1 25.1 -0.19 -0.13 -0.030 0.70 -0.42 20.6 .34 .35 .33 .35 .25 .24 .26 .29 .27 .28 .38 .27 .08 .08 1%

Muscle

Length

API

96.3

64.8

Pounds

Power and performance describe this homozygous polled Freedom son. Look for Ideal to sire progeny that push down hard on the scales.

simmental

Spring Spring 2012 2012 American American Simmental Simmental Purebred Purebred Breed Breed Averages Averages CE CE 7.5, 7.5, BW BW 0.7, 0.7, WW WW 30.8, 30.8, YW YW 56.3, 56.3, MCE MCE 10.3, 10.3, MM MM 3.4, 3.4, MWW MWW 18.8, 18.8, CW CW -2.9, -2.9, YG YG -0.04, -0.04, MB MB 0.17, 0.17, BF BF 0.12, 0.12, REA REA 0.19, 0.19, SHR SHR -0.31, -0.31, STAY STAY 18.0, 18.0, API API 105.38, 105.38, TI TI 61.67 61.67

Tailor Made Genetic Options

AN01119 Net Worth

SM00094 In Dew Time AR00904 Mission Statement

HP00823 Revolution

CH00945 No Doubt

Every herd has different genetic goals. sexed semen gives you more options. Produce more females for replacements, raise more bulls or get one last heifer out of that good old cow. With GenChoice you have more options in a world of many variables. Talk to your Genex representative about developing a breeding program that isn’t “One Size Fits All.”

But My Bull Doesn’t Cost Me Much Dr. Les Anderson, UK Beef Extension Specialist

One of the biggest concerns

increased cost per pregnancy from

these beef cattle producers typically

when ranchers consider artificial

$2.44 to $8.12 for high and low bull-

runs from $45 to $115. This seems high,

insemination (A.I.) is the increased

to-cow ratios, respectively. The annual

but, frankly, most ranchers simply

cost of estrus synchronization and A.I.

cost of about $100 per bull for labor,

don’t realize just how much it costs

Does estrus synchronization and A.I.

veterinarian expenses, repairs (gates,

to produce a pregnancy.

actually increase the cost of getting

etc) and miscellaneous is likely a bit

a cow pregnant? Few ranchers

conservative but the total variable

The cost per pregnancy for estrus

understand these costs which make

cost considering today’s feed costs is

synchronization and A.I. is easier

the decision to A.I. a difficult one.

about $700.

to calculate. Cost per pregnancy is influenced by cost of estrus

Let’s first try to understand the

The fixed costs of using natural

synchronization drugs ($10 to $20

costs of pregnancy when using

service basically are a reflection of the

per cow), cost of labor ($5 to $15

natural service. The factors which

opportunity cost of the bull. A rancher

per cow) and cost of semen (highly

most dramatically impact cost

invests money in his commodity (i.e.

variable). The main factor that

per pregnancy for natural service

the bull) and using that money for this

influences the cost per pregnancy of

include initial purchase price of the

purpose has a cost associated with it

A.I. is conception rate. As conception

bull, number of cows the bull will

in addition to the actual expenditure.

rate to A.I. increases, the cost of

breed, number of years a bull will

For example, the depreciation of the

pregnancy of the system decreases.

be used and pregnancy rate. The

bull and equipment needed to handle

A common estrus synchronization

costs per pregnancy for bulls that

the bull needs to be included. Also,

system used in cows is the 7-day

range in price from $2,000 to $5,000

the interest on the money used for

CIDR® + TAI. The standard out-of-

and bull-to-cow ratios from 1:15 to

purchase is an expense. Since these

pocket cost for this system is about

1:50 are shown in the table below.

costs are a reflection of the purchase

$45 per cow, semen and service ($20),

Assumptions of the calculations

price, they will increase as the

synchronization drugs ($20) and labor

include use of the bull for three

purchase price of the bull increases.

($5). If 60 percent of cows conceive to

seasons, 10 percent death loss of

Fixed costs range from $444 to $1,579

A.I., the cost per pregnancy is $75

bulls, seven percent interest rate and

for bulls that cost $2,000 to $5,000.

which is similar to the cost of using

an 85 percent pregnancy rate.

a $3,000 bull. Using this model, costs per preg-

Annual bull maintenance costs are

nancy ranged from $27 to $191

So, is using estrus synchronization

probably a bit higher than most

depending predominantly upon the

and A.I. more expensive than natural

producers would predict. Feed costs

purchase price and bull-to-cow ratio.

service? Perhaps the difference is not

for a bull are quite high ($560.60) and

Most ranchers run one bull per 25 to

as big as you thought!

increasing the feed costs by $100

30 cows so the cost per pregnancy for

....?

1,800 pound bull sold at $.6049 per pound 1.5AU x 8 months grazing x $17.45/AU c 1,800 pound bull x .025 = 45 pounds hay per day x 1.15 (waste) / .90% (conv to as-fed) = 58 pounds of hay per day. 58 pounds per day x 120 days / 2000 x $65 per ton cost for grass hay.

Interest on money needed to purchase feed. Interest on money used to purchase the bull

This table was altered and used with the permission of Dr. Sandy Johnson, Kansas State University.

Genex Dominates

Genex aNGUS Top 25 Registrations

1. 1AN01131 S A V BISMARCK 5682 3. 1AN01044 S A V FINAL ANSWER 0035 4. 1AN01116 SITZ UPWARD 307R 7. 1AN01119 S A V NET WORTH 4200 8. 1AN01134 HARB PENDLETON 765 JH 14. 1AN01141 S A V PIONEER 7301 17. 1AN01064 S A V 8180 TRAVELER 004 18. 1AN01129 BC LOOKOUT 7024 20. 1AN01117 CONNEALY THUNDER 21. 1AN01100 GDAR GAME DAY 449 24. 1AN01143 TC ABERDEEN 759

1AN01131 Bismarck

1HP00825 About Time

Genex Hereford Top 10 Registrations

1. 1HP00825 CRR ABOUT TIME 743 5. 1HP00823 MSU TCF REVOLUTION 4R 8. 1HP00816 FELTONS LEGEND 242

Genex SIMMENTAL Top 10 Registrations

1SM00094 IN DEW TIME

3. 1SM00098 HOOKS SHEAR FORCE 38K 5. 1SM00094 HTP SVF IN DEW TIME 10. 1SM00091 GWS EBONYS TRADEMARK 6N

Genex Red Angus TOP 10 Registrations 1. 2. 5. 8. 10.

1AR00904 LJC MISSION STATEMENT P27 1AR00911 MESSMER PACKER 008S 1AR00914 RED SIX MILE SAKIC 832S 1AR00921 DUNLOUISE RED NATIVE F207 1AR00907 FEDDES BIG SKY

1AR00904 Mission Statement

Genex BRAngus TOP Registrations

1. 1BN00014 TCB CATAWBA WARRIOR R532 REGISTRATIONS ARE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2011. 1BN00014 WARRIOR R532

1CH00959 TR MR

FIRE WATER 5792RET

BW WW YW

-5 2.2 32 50 .56 .89 .82 .74

MILK

6 .45

TR Ms Fire 9744W ET, Daughter

25%

FAT

MARB

Born: 3/17/2005 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficienc Birth Weight: 95 lbs. Mature Frame: 5.9 205 Days: 782 lbs. Scrotal: 47.0 cm. 365 Days: 1448 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2100 lbs. Owned By: Thomas Ranch, SD; Darvin Dykes, IA; Coudron Charolais, MN;

LHD Cigar E46 Thomasswissersweet1764ET Thomas Ms Bonanza 8698

REA

1% 20% 2%

LT Wyoming Wind 4020 Pld Thomas Oahe Wind 0772ET P Thomas Ms Camelot 5646

Style TR PZC Firegirl 9745W ET, Daughter

SCR

22 1.70 20 0.65 0.018 -0.08 .61 .35 .33 .30 .28

Maternal

Jim & Audra Scheel, SD; Hansen Charolais, SD

Show Stoppers

The Fire Water progeny have been absolutely unbeatable in the show and sale ring. Use Fire Water to sire highly sought after show heifers, performance topping sons and wedge-shaped brood cows. Consistency and quality define the Fire Water progeny.

Spring 2012 American International Charolais Breed Averages CE +3.3, BW +0.7, WW +25.5, YW +45.0, MILK +6.9, TM +19.7, SCR +0.6, CW +12.0, REA +0.15, FAT -0.002, MARB 0.01

CHAROLAIS 69

1CH00947 LT

BLUEGRASS 4017 P Eatons Assert 9171 LT Assertion 1277 P LT Alli’s Class 9140 P

Homozygous Polled

LT Wyoming Wind 4020 Pld LT Pearl’s Breeze 2236 P LT Unlimited Pearl 7053P

Born: 2/21/2004 6.5 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 88 lbs. Mature Frame: 5.9 205 Days: 781 lbs. Scrotal: 37.0 cm. @12 mos. 365 Days: 1375 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPPP Mature: 2475 lbs. Owned By: Lindskov-Thiel Ranch, SD; Spring Ridge Cattle Co., KY

BW WW YW

8 -2.5 21 44 .85 .92 .88 .82 20%

MILK

0 .58

SCR

REA

FAT

MARB

10 0.80 2 0.23 0.025 0.19 .71 .36 .35 .30 .27

Deep Bodied

Muscular

A Cattlemen’s Type Bull

Bluegrass has been a long time pillar in the Genex lineup because of his outstanding physical attributes and solid Calving Ease. Routinely admired as a model beef bull by cattlemen of all different breeds. LT Brenna 7922, Daughter

1CH00955 LT

LT Ledger 0332, Son

STAGECOACH 8068 PLD Polled

LT Western Spur 2061 PLD LT Western Edge 4057 PLD LT Duchess of Mac 7076 P LT Wyoming Wind 4020 PLD LT Lady Macbeth 2131 PLD LT Lady Macbeth 8413 ETP

Born: 3/11/2008 6.8 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 92 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 823 lbs. Scrotal: 41.0 cm. @ 21 mos. 365 Days: 1485 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: Lindskov-Thiel Ranch, SD; Wright Charolais, MO; Genex, WI

0 0.4 .42 .78

MILK

SCR

REA

25%

25% 15% 2%

15%

33 .67

69 .58

Performance

12 .25

FAT

MARB

28 1.40 32 0.37 0.035 -0.03 .49 .28 .28 .24 .22

Maternal

Cow Family

Use Stagecoach to add maternal value to your purebred operation or pounds to any commercial cow herd. His first sons topped the Severance Diamond and Lindskov-Thiel sales due to their impressive phenotype, performance and docility. LT Journeyman 0123, Son

CHAROLAIS

LT Tribute 0100 P, Son

Spring 2012 American International Charolais Breed Averages CE +3.3, BW +0.7, WW +25.5, YW +45.0, MILK +6.9, TM +19.7, SCR +0.6, CW +12.0, REA +0.15, FAT -0.002, MARB 0.01

1CH00945 EC

NO DOUBT 2022 P WCR Sir Tradition 066 M6 Grid Maker 104 PET VCR Miss Mac IV 317

Homozygous Polled

VCR Sir Duke 914 PLD EC Lady Duke 2022 P JES Ms Advantage C74

Born: 3/10/2004 6.7 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 87 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.2 205 Days: 861 lbs. Scrotal: 42.0 cm. 365 Days: 1508 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: 2160 lbs. Owned By: Jamie Eggleston, SD; Carstens Farms Ltd., IA; Genex, WI

12 .75

0.1 .90

20%

35 .85

71 .77

MILK

10 .49

SCR

REA

FAT

MARB

27 0.30 28 0.64 -0.005 0.15 .59 .35 .34 .31 .29 20%

Complete EPD Profile

15%

Power

Marketability

Unmatched growth and muscle in this proven total performance sire. Like his sire, he is proven to excel for every economically relevant trait of beef production, but in a more attractive, stouter package.

1CH00960 CORNERVIEW

XCALIBRE 27X Sparrows Alcatraz 18N Sparrows Coach 467S Sparrows Valiente 367P

Homozygous Polled

MNE Levi 5L Cornerview Nosey 13N Cornerview Katie 16K

Born: 1/29/2010 6.5 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 101 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 960 lbs. Scrotal: 44.0 cm. @ 22 mos. 365 Days: 1475 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: Cornerview Charolais, ON; Frosyth Charolais, MB

99 PE 3%

1 .38

15%

56 .25

Milk TMAT CWT REA

94 N/A 13.7 42 .23 .21 .22

FAT MARB

10 0.02 0.76 0.04 PE PE PE PE

Canadian Charolais Association Spring 2012

Outcross

Huge Testicles

Complete

This outcross Canadian bull was the 2011 Reserve National Champion in Toronto. Xcalibre combines an excellent EPD profile with an outstanding phenotype and cow family that is sure to produce broody, eye appealing daughters.

Spring 2012 American International Charolais Breed Averages CE +3.3, BW +0.7, WW +25.5, YW +45.0, MILK +6.9, TM +19.7, SCR +0.6, CW +12.0, REA +0.15, FAT -0.002, MARB 0.01

CHAROLAIS 71

1CH00958 GERRARD

MONTEZUMA 6T HFCC PLD Evolution 5L SVY Freedom PLD 307N SVY Purrfect 184L RPJ Impressed 121L Gerrard Roxanne 18P Gerrard Roxanne 27M

Born: 1/2/2007 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 95 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 820 lbs. Scrotal: 49.0 cm. 365 Days: 1431 lbs. Mature: 2720 lbs. Owned By: Glen Pittman, AB; Gerrard Cattle Co., AB; Thomas Ranch, SD;

Polzin Cattle, MN; Schoenfelder Farms, MN; RJB Cattle Co., MN; Coudron Charolais, MN; Zehnder Cattle, MN; Nelson Charolais, MN; Hansen Farms, SD; Wagonhammer Farms, NE

-1 .35

3.3 .76

Style

Capacity

19 .62

31 .15

MILK

-4 .08

Attractive Daughters

This powerhouse Freedom son was 2010 Champion at the National Western Stock Show and sired the 2011 Reserve Female at Agribition along with both Junior and Senior Heifer Calf Champions. Sires well balanced cattle with eye appeal and mass. GCC 39Y, Daughter

1CH00953 SVY

GCC 2Y, Daughter

PILGRIM PLD 655S LT Rio Blanco 1234 P SVY Pioneer 402P SVY Jingles 153L

Heterozygous Polled

RGP Eureka 17E HFCC Frenchkiss 919J QCR Frechkiss 33F

Born: 1/24/2006 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 107 lbs. Mature Frame: 7.7 205 Days: 794 lbs. Scrotal: 40.5 cm. @ 12 mos. 365 Days: 1482 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2800 lbs. Owned By: Gerrard Cattle Company Inc, AB; Voegeli Bros. Charolais,

SK; Soderglen Ranches Ltd, AB

-2 .13

2.5 .22

24 .15

43 .07

MILK

4 .08

Canadian Power

SCR

16 0.50 .05

Added Muscle

Powerful Substance of Bone

A popular performance-oriented bull with an outcross pedigree from Canada. His daughters are excelling in the pasture and his high performance sons are in high demand with the commercial cattlemen.

CHAROLAIS

Spring 2012 American International Charolais Breed Averages CE +3.3, BW +0.7, WW +25.5, YW +45.0, MILK +6.9, TM +19.7, SCR +0.6, CW +12.0, REA +0.15, FAT -0.002, MARB 0.01

1HP00829 TH 122 71I

VICTOR 719T HRP THM Victor 109W 9329 DRF JWR Prince Victor 71I RHF 964 Victra 4057 NJW 1Y Wrangler 19D KBCR 19D Dominette 122 KBCR Dominette 9112

1/24/2007 75 lbs. 693 lbs. 1267 lbs. 2020 lbs. 6.3 6.0 37.4 cm. @ 12 mos. Topp Herefords, ND; Gary Romey, SD; Nelson Land & Cattle Co., TX; Genex, WI Calving Ease Rating: PPP Born: Birth Weight: 205 Days: 365 Days: Mature: Yrlg. Frame: Mature Frame: Scrotal: Owned By:

CED

WW YW

8.6 .43

0.1 .84

68 .75

88 .71

25%

MILK M&G CETM SC

20 .26

55 10%

Elite Calving Ease

FAT

REA

-0.015 .43

0.73 .44

-0.11 .39

Index Leader

-0.8 0.8 .29 .35

25%

IMF $BMI $CEZ $BII $CHB

15%

32 4%

Ribeye

Victor 719T is certain to join the breedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top registration sires as producers worldwide discover his combination of exceptional calving ease, performance and phenotype.

TH 807T 719T Loretta 56X, Daughter

TH Rangeline 719T Victor 652X, Son

He ranks in the top five percent of the breed for relevant traits of beef production calving ease, early rapid growth, maternal and muscle.

1HP00834 TH 71U 719T

MR HEREFORD 11X DRF JWR Prince Victor 71I TH 122 71I Victor 719T KBCR 19D Dominette 122 NJW FHF 9710 Tank 45P TH 7N 45P Rita 71U TH 814H 3L Rita 7N

Born: 1/20/2010 6.0 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Marbling Tenderness Birth Weight: 78 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 815 lbs. Scrotal: 36.78 cm. @ 12 mos. 365 Days: 1137 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: Sparks Ranch; Jarold & Ryan Callahan, OK; Mark Sims, OK; Wooden Shoe Farms, ID;

Boyd Beef Cattle, KY; Pender Brothers, FL; Sandra Martsching, ND; Hoffman Herefords, NE; Genex, WI

CED

WW YW

5.5 .12

1.4 .38

61 .30

15%

10%

74 .32

MILK M&G CETM SC

20 .10

51 15%

0.4 .09

0.6 .11

FAT

REA

-0.035 .21

0.83 .21

10%

IMF $BMI $CEZ $BII $CHB

-0.09 .19

Record Setter

25%

15%

29 10%

Pigment

Phenotype

Dark red and full of pigment, this record-setting selling sire has created unprecedented Hereford excitement. Flawless phenotype, structure, muscle, and EPD profile.

Spring 2012 American Hereford Breed Averages CED 0.5, BW 3.7, WW 46, YW 76, MILK 18, M&G 42, CETM 0.9, SC 0.7, FAT 0.000, REA 0.27, MARB 0.03, $BMI 17.00, $CEZ 15.00, $BII 15.00, $CHB 21.00

HEREFORD 73

1HP00831 BOYD

WORLDWIDE 9050 ET KCF Bennett 3008 M326 SHF Rib Eye M326 R117 HVH Miss Hudson 83K 8M Feltons Legend 242 MSU TCF Rachael 22S ET MSU TCF Rachael ET 54N

Born: 2/22/2009 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 65 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 711 lbs. Scrotal: 35.0 cm. @ 12 mos. 365 Days: 1132 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: N/A Owned By: Boyd Beef Cattle, KY

CED

WW YW

6.8 -1.5 45 71 .20 .61 .47 .39

MILK M&G CETM SC

23 .18

25%

Exciting Prospect

FAT

REA

IMF $BMI $CEZ $BII $CHB

45 5.6 1.3 -0.007 0.36 0.25 28 .15 .18 .18 .20 .17 2% 10%

10%

Power

15%

Pigmentation

Worldwide offers a nicely balanced, elite EPD profile ranking among the breedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top sires in all indexes. Beautifully pigmented, ideal phenotype. Feltons Legend 242, Maternal Grandsire

1HP00833 MSU

XEROX 20X THM Durango 4037 CRR About Time 743 CRR D03 Cassie 206 Remitall Online 122L MSU TCF Rachael ET 54N HH Miss Adv 786G 1ET

Born: 2/21/2010 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 90 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 706 lbs. Scrotal: 38.0 cm. @ 11 mos. 365 Days: N/A Mature: N/A Owned By: Michigan State University, MI; Boyd Beef Cattle, KY;

The Xerox Group; Genex, WI

CED

2.8 .16

20%

3.7 .37

WW YW

MILK M&G CETM SC

66 105 21 .31 .31 .14

2% 4%

Classy Look

FAT

REA

IMF $BMI $CEZ $BII $CHB

25%

54 4.6 1.1 -0.044 0.81 0.12 25 .12 .18 .18 .19 .17

Calving Ease Potential

10% 5% 15%

5% 15% 15%

Goggle-eyed

Xerox is a great combination of the royal pedigree of About Time and the dam of Revolution. He is short marked, dark red, goggle-eyed with an excellent physical build. CRR About Time 743, Sire

HEREFORD

MSU TCF Rachael ET 54N, Dam

Spring 2012 American Hereford Breed Averages CED 0.5, BW 3.7, WW 46, YW 76, MILK 18, M&G 42, CETM 0.9, SC 0.7, FAT 0.000, REA 0.27, MARB 0.03, $BMI 17.00, $CEZ 15.00, $BII 15.00, $CHB 21.00

1HP00823 MSU TCF

REVOLUTION 4R Feltons Domino 774 Feltons Legend 242 Feltons G15 Remitall Online 122L MSU TCF Rachael ET 54N HH Miss ADV 786G 1ET

Born: 1/4/2005 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 78 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.0 205 Days: 591 lbs. Scrotal: 45.1 cm. 365 Days: 1157 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: 2010 lbs. Owned By: Michigan State University, MI; Rausch Herefords, SD;

Boyd Beef Cattle, KY; Genex, WI

CED

WW YW

MILK M&G CETM SC

2% 4%

15%

Calving Ease

3.0 .51

2.1 .89

20% 25%

67 106 26 .84 .81 .50

FAT

REA

IMF $BMI $CEZ $BII $CHB

15% 15% 20%

59 3.0 1.0 0.039 0.78 0.17 21 .33 .64 .55 .56 .53

3% 20% 20%

Style

Very Useful EPDs

The breedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best combination of calving ease, elite growth traits and superior carcass quality. Revolution has 13 EPDs and indexes in the top 25 percent of the breed. A consistent sire of both sale topping sons and daughters. MSU Jasmine 4W, Daughter

1HP00816 FELTONS

MSU Rachael 16Y ET, Maternal Sister

LEGEND 242 OXH Domino 7002 Feltons Domino 774 Feltons B72 Feltons 549 Feltons G15 Feltons B32

Born: 3/26/1999 6.5 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 72 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.1 205 Days: 642 lbs. Scrotal: 39.0 cm. 365 Days: 1125 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPPP Mature: 2250 lbs. Owned By: Morrison Stock Farm, OH; Berg Polled Herefords, OH;

Son-Shine Farm, OH; Boyd Beef Cattle, KY, Legend Group; Genex, WI

CED

WW YW

7.9 -0.1 41 66 .75 .94 .92 .90

MILK M&G CETM SC

Truly a Legend

16 .86

FAT

REA

IMF $BMI $CEZ $BII $CHB

37 -2.8 0.8 0.060 0.07 0.41 22 .70 .79 .71 .74 .69 2%

15% 3% 15%

Outstanding Calving Ease

Carcass Merit

This longtime Genex sire is known for calving ease, growth, carcass traits and outstanding females with snug udders and small teats. A sire that is ideal for use on Angus heifers to produce superior baldy females. PCR Paige Lilly 332N, Daughter

Spring 2012 American Hereford Breed Averages CED 0.5, BW 3.7, WW 46, YW 76, MILK 18, M&G 42, CETM 0.9, SC 0.7, FAT 0.000, REA 0.27, MARB 0.03, $BMI 17.00, $CEZ 15.00, $BII 15.00, $CHB 21.00

OC Legend 811 Avery 5X, Daughter

HEREFORD 75

1HP00819

SCHU-LAR 5N OF 9L 3008 Feltons 517 RRH Mr Felt 3008 RRH MS VICT 6191 EF F524 Fellis 821C SCHU-LAR 9L of 1F 821C SCHU-LAR 1F of 26C 517

Born: 1/5/2003 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 65 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.5 205 Days: 546 lbs. Scrotal: 45.0 cm. 365 Days: 1047 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: 2355 lbs. Owned By: SCHU-LAR Polled Herefords, KS; Bagley Polled Hereford

Ranch, CA

CED

WW YW

MILK M&G CETM SC

15% 20% 15% 4%

15% 3%

3.6 .47

2.0 .87

57 106 7 .82 .82 .59

FAT

REA

IMF $BMI $CEZ $BII $CHB

36 3.6 1.6 -0.031 0.21 0.44 33 .39 .66 .65 .66 .66

Multi-Trait Balance

10%

Pigmentation

Well Proven

A well proven performance, maternal, and carcass bull, SCHU-LAR 5N offers a practical mating to genetically advance a cow herd in many areas. SCHU-LAR 5N offers one of the most complete and proven genetic profiles in the breed.

1HP00822

SCHU-LAR 3T OF 206 5N RRH Mr Felt 3008 SCHU-LAR 5N OF 9L 3008 SCHU-LAR 9L OF 1F 821C KPH Phase 121 SCHU-LAR 206 OF 1H 121 ET SCHU-LAR 1H OF 1F 597

Born: 1/11/2007 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficiency Birth Weight: 89 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 698 lbs. Scrotal: N/A 365 Days: N/A Calving Ease Rating: PPP Mature: N/A Owned By: SCHU-LAR Polled Herefords, KS; J&N Ranch, KS; Genex, WI

CED

5.5 .17 4%

1.3 .54

WW YW

56 97 .45 .44

15% 20% 10%

Cow Family

MILK M&G CETM SC

12 .20

FAT

REA

IMF $BMI $CEZ $BII $CHB

40 2.9 1.3 -0.002 0.15 0.30 28 .14 .32 .30 .30 .28 20% 10%

Curve-bender EPDs

Elite Indexes

Like his sire, SCHU-LAR 3T offers a balanced EPD package and ranks in the top five percent of the breed for all four $ Indexes. Ideal calving ease bull that will enhance growth and carcass value while leaving high quality replacement females.

HEREFORD

Spring 2012 American Hereford Breed Averages CED 0.5, BW 3.7, WW 46, YW 76, MILK 18, M&G 42, CETM 0.9, SC 0.7, FAT 0.000, REA 0.27, MARB 0.03, $BMI 17.00, $CEZ 15.00, $BII 15.00, $CHB 21.00

1HP00828 LAMBERT

REMEDY 2030 75R C -S Pure Gold 98170 C LR Diesel 2030 ET HH Miss Advance 104A CS Frazer 517 637B CS Vicki 637B 34K CS Vicki 443E 60H

Born: 11/1/2005 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 80 lbs. Mature Frame: 5.6 205 Days: 879 lbs. Scrotal: 41.0 cm. 365 Days: 1431 lbs. Calving Ease Rating: PP Mature: 2270 lbs. Owned By: Ken Tracy Family, ID; Genex, WI

CED

2.5 .15

25%

2.8 .64

WW YW

58 91 .49 .48

MILK M&G CETM SC

24 .22

FAT

15% 20% 20% 10%

Pounds

REA

IMF $BMI $CEZ $BII $CHB

53 0.0 0.6 0.037 0.45 0.07 15 .13 .16 .18 .22 .16

Pigmentation

25%

20%

M&G

A nice combination sire of growth and maternal attributes. Remedy is best described as a no nonsense beef sire that’s well balanced across the board.

1HP00827 BOYD

PERFORMER J939 RU 20X Boulder 57G TH 908 57G Gavel 32M ET HUSO GEM Dani Y908 DR Achiever 8403 Boyd DD Fasination 1114 Boyd Fasination 8143

Born: 9/8/2007 6.0 Yrlg. Frame: Feed Efficien Birth Weight: 80 lbs. Mature Frame: N/A 205 Days: 685 lbs. Scrotal: 39.0 cm. @ 12 mos. 365 Days: 1290 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: Doss Herefords, MO; Boyd Beef Cattle, KY;

Performer Assoc., KY; Genex, WI

CED

-3.2 3.4 .15 .49

Muscle

WW YW

52 81 .35 .32

MILK M&G CETM SC

19 .18

FAT

REA

IMF $BMI $CEZ $BII $CHB

45 0.6 0.6 0.015 0.22 0.10 14 .13 .10 .14 .17 .12

Thickness

Good Pigment

One of the breed’s most powerful sires for muscle, base width and overall performance in a moderate package.

Boyd Queen 0026, Daughter

Spring 2012 American Hereford Breed Averages CED 0.5, BW 3.7, WW 46, YW 76, MILK 18, M&G 42, CETM 0.9, SC 0.7, FAT 0.000, REA 0.27, MARB 0.03, $BMI 17.00, $CEZ 15.00, $BII 15.00, $CHB 21.00

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1BN00014 TCB CATAWBA

WARRIOR R532 Cadence of Brinks SR Cadence Warrior H823 SR Black Velvet D416 Aces TF Wrangler 145/8 SR Warrior Princess N332 SR Cherokee Princess L119

Born: 2/18/2005 6.0 Yrlg. Frame: Birth Weight: 77 lbs. Mature Frame: 6.0 205 Days: 733 lbs. Scrotal: 45.0 cm. 365 Days: 1301 lbs. Mature: 2218 lbs. Owned By: Southern Accent Farm Inc, FL; Spitzer Ranch, SC

Feed Efficie

-1.4 39 .87 .77

15% 10%

YW MILK M & G SCR REA IMF

75 24 .76 .20

4% 3%

No. 1 in the breed

FAT

1.5 0.83 0.03 0.019 .56 .77 .69 .74 2%

Multi-Trait Superiority

Calving Ease

Ranks No. 1 for 2011 registrations in the entire Brangus breed! Brangus multi-trait leader at No. 15 for YW, No. 11 for SC, No. 17 for REA. One of only four YW trait leader bulls with negative BW EPD.

1RB00106 BKC

LONGEVITY 1101X

Surewayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rocky Street 227N Sureways Legacy MR 060S Sureways Ms Sugar 023L Windac Predominant 854D6 Miss TK Klase 1101K KK Miss UR 1101/4

Born: 4/1/2010 N/A Yrlg. Frame: Birth Weight: 78 lbs. Mature Frame: 5.1 205 Days: 600 lbss. Scrotal: 35.5 cm. 365 Days: 1102 lbs. Mature: N/A Owned By: Genex, WI

1.9 .32

17 .23

YW MILK M & G SCR REA IMF

27 2 .16 .09

Feed Efficie

FAT

0.3 0.19 0.04 0.003 .05 .09 .06 .07

New Red Brangus Option

Maternal

Excellent Phenotype

Longevity is named for the long-lived production of his highly regarded dam which produced this young bull at 16 years of age. Look to Longevity to add staying power to your herd. This bull was an early standout at BKC Ranch, a herd known for outstanding Red Brangus cattle with mass, power and eye appeal.

Spring 2012 American Hereford Breed Averages CED 0.5, BW 3.7, WW 46, YW 76, MILK 18, M&G 42, CETM 0.9, SC 0.7, FAT 0.000, REA 0.27, MARB 0.03, $BMI 17.00, $CEZ 15.00, $BII 15.00, $CHB 21.00

HEREFORD 79 79

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49MA00651

Hard Core

49SM01760

Grizzly

THF, PHAF

Sire: Jayhawk MGS: Habenero

41CM00507

Maine-Anjou

THF, PHAF

Sire: B&D 700M MGS: Hotmail

Eye Candy

41CM00505

% Simmental

Hired Man

THC, PHAF

Sire: Naughty Pine MGS: Galloway

49MA01615

Chi-Maine

THF, PHAF

Sire: Hannibal MGS: Double Stuff

Mercedes Benz

49XB00750

Chi-Maine

My Turn

THF, PHAF

Sire: Ali MGS: Dr Who

158SM00209

Maine-Anjou

THC, PHAF

Sire: Our Turn MGS: Kaboom

King Meyer

137SM03216

Club Calf

Power 2 Change

THF, PHAF

Sire: Meyer 734 MGS: Who Made Who

82 Added Attraction

% Simmental

THF, PHAF

Sire: Star Power MGS: Dr Who

% Simmental

41CM05056

Full Moon

41XB05111

Amen

THF, PHAF

Sire: Dirty Hairy MGS: Bodacious

49SM01779

Chi-Maine

THF, PHAF

Sire: Friction MGS: Meyer 734

Bart

41MA05066

Club Calf

Boomer

THF, PHAF

Sire: TLCC Turk S6103 ET MGS: Meyer 734

41XB05114

% Simmental

THF, PHAF

Sire: DMCC Limited Edition MGS: Legacy Plus

Simple Math

109XX00387

Maine-Anjou

Power & Balance

THF, PHAF

Sire: Who Made Who MGS: Meyer 734

49CM01780

Club Calf

THC, PHAF

Sire: Monopoly MGS: Nutt N Butt Business

The Unsub

49CM01785

Club Calf

Critical Mass

THC, PHAF

Sire: Monopoly MGS: Full Flush

Chi-Maine

THF, PHAC

Sire: Monopoly MGS: Full Flush

Chi-Maine

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BEEF COW PROTOCOLS - 2012 HEAT DETECTION

HEAT DETECT & TIME AI (TAI)

Select Synch

Select Synch & TAI

GnRH

Heat detect and AI day 6 to 10 and TAI all non-responders 72 – 84 hr after PG with GnRH at TAI.

PG 6

0 treatment day

Select Synch +

CIDR®

PG 6-day CIDR®

Heat detect and AI days 0 to 3. Administer CIDR to non-responders and heat detect and AI days 9 to 12. Protocol may be used in heifers. PG CIDR® 9

3 treatment day

Heat detect & AI

PG 6-day

CIDR®

Heat detect & AI

Select Synch + GnRH AI .. 60 - 66 hr ..

Perform TAI at 72 ± 2 hr after 1st PG with GnRH at TAI. Two injections of PG 8 ± 2 hr apart are required for this protocol.

.. 72 - 84 hr ..

treatment day

CIDR®

Heat detect & AI

COST

LABOR

Low

Medium/High

High

Medium

Medium/High

Select Synch

Low

Medium/High

Select Synch + CIDR®

High

Medium

Medium/High

FIXED-TIME AI (TAI) 7-day CO-Synch + CIDR®

High

Medium

5-day CO-Synch + CIDR®

High

PG 6-day CIDR® HEAT DETECT & TAI (TAI non-responders 72-84 hr after PG) (TAI non-responders 72-84 hr after PG)

PG 6-day CIDR®

(TAI 60 to 66 hr after PG with GnRH at TAI)

GnRH PG

8±2 hr …..72 ± 2 hr.. 5

(TAI 72 ± 2 hr after 1st PG with GnRH at TAI)

• The times listed for “Fixed-time AI” should be considered as the approximate average time of insemination. This should be based on the number of cows to inseminate, labor, and facilities.

Beef Reproduction Task Force Approved 12-01-11

Heat detect & AI

(TAI non-responders 72-84 hr after PG)

5-day CO-Synch + CIDR®

treatment day

Select Synch

CIDR®

COMPARISON OF PROTOCOLS FOR BEEF COWS

CIDR®

& TAI

HEAT DETECTION

Perform TAI at 60 to 66 hr after PG with GnRH at TAI.

GnRH

.. 72 - 84 hr ..

CIDR®

7-day CO-Synch + CIDR®

treatment day

GnRH AI

treatment day

FIXED-TIME AI (TAI)*

& TAI

Heat detect & AI days 0 to 3. Administer CIDR to non-responders & heat detect and AI days 9 to 12. TAI non-responders 72 - 84 hr after CIDR removal with GnRH at AI. Protocol may be used in heifers. GnRH GnRH PG

Heat detect & AI

GnRH

Heat detect & AI

CIDR® 0

Heat detect & AI

treatment day

GnRH

CIDR®

GnRH

treatment day

Heat detect and AI day 7 to 10 and TAI all non-responders 72 - 84 hr after PG with GnRH at TAI.

.. 72 - 84 hr ..

Heat detect & AI

Select Synch + CIDR® GnRH

GnRH

GnRH PG

Cystorelin®, Factrel®, Fertagyl®, OvaCyst® estroPLAN®, Estrumate®, In-Synch®, Lutalyse®, ProstaMate®

BEEF HEIFER PROTOCOLS - 2012 HEAT DETECTION

HEAT DETECT & TIME AI (TAI)

1 Shot PG

Select Synch + CIDR® & TAI

Heat detect and AI day 7 to 10 and TAI all non-responders 72 - 84 hr after PG with GnRH at TAI.

GnRH 0 treatment day

AI CIDR®

Heat detect & AI 0

7-day CIDR®-PG

Heat detect & AI

FIXED-TIME AI (TAI)* GnRH

CIDR® 0

treatment day

.. 54 ± 2 hr .. 7

Perform TAI at 72 ± 2 hr after PG with GnRH at TAI.

GnRH

… 19 d …

treatment day

72 ± 2 hr 36

GnRH

... 16 d … treatment day

Approved 12-01-11

66 ± 2 hr 30

Heat detect & AI

treatment day

Heat detect & AI

COST

LABOR

1 Shot PG

Low

High

7-day CIDR®-PG

High

Medium

MGA®-PG

Low

Low/Medium

High

Medium

High

Medium

HEAT DETECT & TAI Select Synch + CIDR® (TAI non-responders 72-84 hr after PG) MGA®-PG (TAI non-responders 72-84 hr after PG) 14-day CIDR®-PG (TAI non-responders 70-74 hr after PG)

FIXED-TIME AI (TAI)

CO-Synch + CIDR® High (TAI 54 ± 2 hr after PG with GnRH at TAI) Medium MGA®-PG (TAI 72 ± 2 hr after PG with GnRH at TAI) High 14-day CIDR®-PG

Medium Medium Medium

• The times listed for “Fixed-time AI” should be considered as the approximate average time of insemination. This should be based on the number of heifers to inseminate, labor, and facilities.

CIDR ®

.. 72 - 84 hr .. 33

treatment day

(TAI 66 ± 2 hr after PG with GnRH at TAI)

CIDR®-PG

Perform TAI at 66 ± 2 hr after PG with GnRH at TAI.

MGA

COMPARISON OF PROTOCOLS FOR BEEF HEIFERS

Perform TAI at 54 ± 2 hr after PG with GnRH at TAI.

MGA®-PG

… 19 d … 14

HEAT DETECTION

7-day CO-Synch + CIDR® GnRH

GnRH

GnRH Heat detect and AI day 30 to 33 and TAI all non-responders 72 hrs after PG with GnRH at TAI. PG AI ® CIDR MGA® … 16 d … ..70 - 74 hr ..

… 19 d …

treatment day

14-day

PG 14

Heat detect & AI

14-day CIDR®-PG & TAI

MGA

MGA®-PG

treatment day

Heat detect and AI day 33 to 36 and TAI all non-responders 72 - 84 hrs after PG with GnRH at TAI.

CIDR®

treatment day

.. 72 - 84 hr ..

MGA®-PG & TAI

GnRH

GnRH Cystorelin®, Factrel®, Fertagyl®, OvaCyst® 33 PG

estroPLAN®, Estrumate®, In-Synch®, Lutalyse®, ProstaMate®

Beef Reproduction Task Force

Terminology

EPD: Expected Progeny Difference - The expected differences in performance of a sire’s progeny when compared to the average progeny of all sires evaluated within the breed. Based on actual performance, progeny performance and relatives’ performance. ACC: Accuracy - The reliability placed on the EPD. CE, CED: Calving Ease Direct - The difference in percentage of unassisted births, with a higher value indicating greater calving ease in first-calf heifers. BW: Birth Weight -The birth weights of a bull’s progeny when compared to the breed average, in pounds. WW: Weaning Weight - The adjusted weaning weights of a bull’s progeny when compared to the breed average, in pounds. YW: Yearling Weight - The adjusted yearling weights of a bull’s progeny when compared to breed average, in pounds. RADG: Residual Average Daily Gain (Angus) - The adjusted amount of post weaning gain in future progeny, in pounds, given a constant amount of feed consumed. SCR, SC: Scrotal Circumference (Angus, Charolais, Hereford) The adjusted yearling scrotal circumferences of a bull’s progeny when compared to breed average, in centimeters. DOC (Angus) - The difference in yearling cattle temperament, with a higher value indicating more favorable docility. CETM, CEM, MCE: Calving Ease Total Maternal, Calving Ease Maternal, Maternal Calving Ease - The difference in percentage of unassisted births with a higher value indicating greater calving ease in first-calf daughters. Milk, MM: Maternal Milk - The amount of pre-weaning performance gained by calves which can be attributed to the milking ability of a bull’s daughters, expressed in pounds of calf. TM, MWW: Total Maternal, Maternal Weaning Weight (Red Angus, Simmental, Charolais) - Measure of a sire’s ability to transmit milk production and growth rate through his daughters. Predicts the weaning weight of a sire’s daughters’ calves. Equal to his milk EPD plus half his WW EPD. M&G: Maternal Milk & Growth (Hereford) - The Milk EPD plus half the WW EPD. A sire’s M&G EPD reflects what he is expected to transmit to his daughters for a combination of growth genetics and maternal production. ME: Maintenance Energy (Red Angus) - Differences in mature cow maintenance energy requirements. Expressed as megacalories per month. HPG, HP: Heifer Pregnancy (Red Angus, Angus) - Differences in percent probability of female progeny conceiving to calve as 2-year-olds; a more accurate measurement than her sire’s or paternal brothers’ scrotal circumference. MkH: Milking Herds (Angus) - Indicates the number of herds from which daughters are reported. MkD: Milking Daughters (Angus) - Reflects the number of daughters having progeny weaning weight records included in the analysis. MW: Mature Weight (Angus) - A predictor of the difference in mature weight of a sire’s daughters compared to the daughters of other sires, expressed in pounds. MH: Mature Height (Angus) - A predictor of the difference in mature height of a sire’s daughters compared to daughters of other sires, expressed in inches. 86

STAY: Stayability (Red Angus, Simmental) - Differences in percent probability of daughters staying productive past the age of six. CW: Carcass Weight (Angus, Simmental, Charolais, Red Angus) - The adjusted carcass weights of a sire’s progeny, expressed in pounds. MB, MARB, IMF: Marbling - A predictor of the difference in a sire’s progeny for percent marbling score or percent intramuscular fat in the ribeye muscle compared to other sires. YG: Yield Grade (Simmental) - Expressed as a deviation of Yield Grade units where negative values are desirable. REA, RE: Ribeye Area - Adjusted ribeye area of a sire’s progeny, measured in square inches. FAT, BF: Back Fat - The adjusted twelfth rib fat thickness of a sire’s progeny, expressed in inches. SHR: Shear Force (Simmental) - Pounds of force required to shear a steak. Carc H/P and Ult H/P: Group/progeny (Angus) - Reflects the number of contemporary groups and the number of carcass and ultrasound progeny included in the analysis. I: Interim - The EPD is based on performance information of a bull’s sire, dam and relatives. P: Pedigree estimate.

Indexes

$EN: Cow Energy Value (Angus) - Assesses differences in cow energy requirements as an expected dollar savings difference in daughters of sires, expressed in dollar savings/cow/year. A larger value is more favorable when comparing two animals. $EN savings include lactation energy requirements and energy costs associated with differences in mature cow size. $W: Weaned Calf Value (Angus) - The expected average difference in future progeny performance for pre-weaning merit, expressed in $/head. $W includes both revenue and cost adjustments associated with differences in birth weight, weaning direct growth, maternal milk and mature cow size. $F: Feedlot Value (Angus) - Calculates a $/head difference in expected progeny performance for post weaning merit. $F uses WW and YW EPDs along with trait inter-relationships. Typical feedlot gain value, feed consumption and cost differences are accounted for in the final calculations. $G: Grid Value (Angus) - Combines quality grade and yield grade attributes, and is calculated for animals with carcass EPDs, ultrasound EPDs or both types of EPDs. A three-year rolling average is used to establish typical industry economic values for quality grade and yield grade schedules. $B: Beef Value (Angus) - The expected average dollar per head difference in the progeny post weaning performance and carcass value. The $B value is comprised of two pieces: $F and $G. API: All-Purpose Index (Simmental) - Evaluates sires for use on the entire cow herd (bred to both Angus first-calf heifers and mature cows) with daughters retained and remaining heifers and steers put on feed and sold grade and yield. TI: Terminal Index (Simmental) - Evaluates sires for use on mature Angus cows with all offspring put on feed and sold on a grade and yield basis.

BMI$: Baldy Maternal Index (Hereford) - An index to maximize profit for commercial cow/calf producers who use Hereford bulls in rotational crossbreeding programs on Angus-based cows and heifers. Retained ownership of calves is assumed, with fed cattle marketed on a Certified Hereford Beef® (CHB) pricing grid. CEZ$: Calving EZ Index (Hereford) - Similar to BMI$, except Hereford bulls are mated only to yearling heifers. Increased emphasis on CE and MCE compared with the other index BII$: Brahman Influence Index (Hereford) - This index is similar to BMI$, except Hereford bulls are used in rotational crossing with Brahman rather than Angus. Greater emphasis placed on traits deficient in Brahman-cross cattle, (fertility and age at puberty) and less on acceptable traits (growth and calving ease). CHB$: Certified Hereford Beef Index (Hereford) - A terminal sire index where Hereford bulls are mated to British-cross cows and all offspring are sold as fed cattle on a CHB pricing grid.

Sire Information

Genetic Defects In the last couple of years several genetic defects have been identified in Angus and other breeds, defects which include Arthrogryposis Multiplex (AM), Neuropathic Hydrocephalus (NH), Contractural Arachnodactyly (CA) and Osteopetrosis (OS). It is important for A.I. companies to be vigilant concerning genetic defects as the opportunity to increase the frequency of these negative traits on the population can be significant. With bulls selling 50 to 100,000 units, a single carrier bull can spread a genetic problem widely. Genex has worked hard to ensure this does not happen. All Genex bulls listed in this directory have either been tested or are known free by pedigree for the major genetic defects. AM: Arthrogryposis Multiplex “Curly Calf” - A recessive lethal mutation resulting from gene deletion causing abnormal development in utero. CA: Contractural Arachnodactyly “Fawn Calf” - An inherited simple recessive mutation resulting from gene deletion causing reduced elasticity of the connective tissue of muscle. D2: Dwarfism - A recessive mutation on a single chromosome resulting in a specific strain of dwarfism. HY: Hypotrichosis “Hairlessness” - A recessive mutation resulting in partial to almost complete lack of hair on calves. IE: Idiopathic Epilepsy - A simple recessive gene resulting in a neurological disorder causing seizures. MA: Alpha-Mannosidosis - An inherited and lethal lysosomal storage disease noticed prior to animals reaching sexual maturity; present signs of severe progressive neurological disease. NH: Neuropathic Hydrocephalus “Water Head” - A lethal recessive mutation within a gene involved in development and maintenance of central nervous system tissue. OS: Osteopetrosis “Marble Bone Disease” - A lethal mutation in a gene necessary for bone remodeling during development causing premature birth. PHA: Pulmonary Hypoplasia with Anasarca - A lethal recessive mutation resulting in underdeveloped lungs and fluid retention. RD: Red Gene - A recessive trait.

TH: Tibial Hemimelia - A lethal recessive mutation resulting in multiple congenital defects such as absence of the tibia and abdominal hernias. Heterozygous Polled - Polled bulls that carry one horned gene. May sire calves with horns when mated to cows carrying the horned gene. Homozygous Polled - Bulls with a 99.9 percent probability of being homozygous polled, having been DNA tested or testmated to horned and heterozygous polled cows. Expect these bulls to sire all polled calves. Inconclusive DNA test - Bull was tested, but the lab was unable to determine whether the animal is homozygous or heterozygous. Double Polled - Young, unproven sires whose parents are both polled. Heterozygous Black - Black bulls that carry one red gene. Expect 50 percent black calves when the bull is mated to nondiluted red cows. Homozygous Black - Bulls with a 99.9 percent probability of producing all black calves when mated to non-diluted red and black cows. Dilution Gene - Cattle carrying the dilution gene will be gray, red or yellow. Non-dilutor cattle will appear black or darker red.

Calving Ease Ratings

Angus, Red Angus and Hereford PPPP Top 10 percent of the breed for low birth weight PPP Top 60 percent of the breed for low birth weight PP Above bottom 10 percent of the breed for low birth weight P Bottom 10 percent of the breed for low birth weight Simmental and Charolais PPPP Top 10 percent of the breed for low birth weight PPP Top 40 percent of the breed for low birth weight PP Above the bottom 10 percent of the breed for low birth weight P Bottom 10 percent of the breed for low birth weight ***Calving Ease Ratings take calving ease EPDs and accuracies into consideration.

Beef Staff Recommendations

The Beef Genetics Staff provides recommendations based on observations of the bull’s progeny, as well as knowledge of the sires and dams in the pedigree. Information is only provided on bulls with progeny. Genex Quest Graduate - The Genex Quest Program is designed to collect performance and carcass data on Genex young sires from nationwide sources representing various types of operations. The Quest Graduate log appears on sires that have excelled and graduated from the program GenChoice™ - Sires with GenChoice availability are noted throughout the Beef Genetic Management Guide. The GenChoice sexed semen product line is available in GenChoice 75™ and GenChoice 90™ with the options of male- or femalesorted semen. Product line and gender available vary among sires, contact your local Genex representative or 888.333.1783.

Gestation Table

Jan Jan Feb Mar Mar 1 10/11 22 11/1 12 11/22 5 12/13 26 1/3 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

10/12 10/13 10/14 10/15 10/16 10/17 10/18 10/19

23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

11/2 11/3 11/4 11/5 11/6 11/7 11/8 11/9

13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

11/23 11/24 11/25 11/26 11/27 11/28 11/29 11/30

6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13

31 21 11/10 12/1 Feb 22 11 10/21 1 11/11 12/2

13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21

10/20

10/22 10/23 10/24 10/25 10/26 10/27 10/28 10/29 10/30 10/31

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

11/12 11/13 11/14 11/15 11/16 11/17

23 24 25 26 27 28

12/3 12/4 12/5 12/6 12/7 12/8

17 18 19 20 21

Mar 11/18 1 12/9

11/19 11/20 11/21

3 4

12/10 12/11 12/12

Left number date of service

24 25

12/14 12/15 12/16 12/17 12/18

27 28 29 30 31

1/4 1/5 1/6 1/7 1/8

Apr 12/19 1 1/9 12/20 12/21 12/22 12/23

12/24 12/25 12/26 12/27 12/28 12/29 12/30 12/31 1/1 1/2

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15

1/10 1/11 1/12 1/13 1/14 1/15 1/16 1/17 1/18 1/19 1/20 1/21 1/22 1/23

based on 283 days

Apr May May June July July Aug Sept Oct Oct Nov Dec Dec 16 1/24 7 2/14 28 3/7 18 3/28 9 4/18 30 5/9 20 5/30 10 6/20 1 7/11 22 8/1 12 8/22 3 9/12 24 10/3 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29

1/25 1/26 1/27 1/28 1/29 1/30 1/31 2/1 2/2 2/3 2/4 2/5 2/6

2/7 May 1 2/8 2 3 4 5 6

2/9 2/10 2/11 2/12 2/13

8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27

2/15 2/16

29 30

3/8 3/9

19 20

3/29 3/30

10 11

31 21 11 5/10 5/31 6/21 Aug 22 12 4/20 1 5/11 6/1 6/22 4/19

31 21 12 3/10 3/31 4/21 June 22 13 2/18 1 3/11 4/1 4/22

2/17

2/19 2/20 2/21 2/22 2/23 2/24 2/25 2/26 2/27 2/28 3/1 3/2 3/3 3/4 3/5 3/6

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17

3/12 3/13 3/14 3/15 3/16 3/17 3/18 3/19 3/20 3/21 3/22 3/23 3/24 3/25 3/26 3/27

23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

4/2 4/3 4/4 4/5 4/6 4/7 4/8 4/9

14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21

July 22 1 4/10 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

4/11 4/12 4/13 4/14 4/15 4/16 4/17

23 24 25 26 27 28 29

3 4

4/23

4/24

4/25

4/26

4/27

4/28 4/29 4/30 5/1 5/2 5/3 5/4 5/5 5/6 5/7 5/8

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19

5/12 5/13 5/14 5/15 5/16 5/17 5/18 5/19 5/20 5/21 5/22 5/23 5/24 5/25 5/26 5/27 5/28 5/29

23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

6/2 6/3 6/4 6/5 6/6 6/7 6/8 6/9 6/10

13 14 15 16 17 18 19

3 4 5 6 7 8 9

6/12 6/13 6/14 6/15 6/16 6/17 6/18 6/19

6/24 6/25 6/26 6/27 6/28

3 4 5 6 7 8 9

23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

6/29

7/1 7/2 7/3 7/4 7/5 7/6 7/7 7/8 7/9 7/10

7/12 7/13 7/14 7/15 7/16 7/17 7/18 7/19

23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

8/2 8/3 8/4 8/5 8/6 8/7 8/8

13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

8/9

8/23 8/24 8/25 8/26 8/27 8/28 8/29 8/30

4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

9/13 9/14 9/15 9/16 9/17 9/18 9/19 9/20

31 21 12 8/10 8/31 9/21 Nov 20 11 22 13 6/30 7/21 1 8/11 9/1 9/22

Sept 22 1 6/11 2

6/23

12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21

7/20

7/22 7/23 7/24 7/25 7/26 7/27 7/28 7/29 7/30 7/31

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

8/12 8/13 8/14 8/15 8/16

23 24 25 26 27 28

8/17

8/18 8/19 8/20

9/2 9/3 9/4 9/5 9/6 9/7 9/8

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

9/23 9/24 9/25 9/26 9/27 9/28 9/29

9/11

9/30

26 27 28 29 30 31

10/4 10/5 10/6 10/7 10/8 10/9 10/10

Jan 1 10/11 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

10/12 10/13 10/14 10/15 10/16 10/17 10/18 10/19 10/20

10/21 Dec 22 12 1 9/10 10/1 10/22

8/21

9/9

10/2

10/23

Right number calving date

2011 ACROSS-BREED EPD TABLE The table of adjustment factors to be used to estimate across-breed expected progeny differences (AB-EPDs) for eighteen breeds was presented at the Beef Improvement Federation Annual Meeting in Bozeman, Mont. (see Table 1). Across-breed adjustment factors have been calculated for growth traits and maternal milk since 1993. Adjustment factors for carcass traits have been calculated since 2008; to be included, breeds must have carcass data in the U.S. Meat Animal Research Center (USMARC) database and report their carcass EPDs on an actual carcass basis using an age-adjusted endpoint. Bulls of different breeds can be compared on the same EPD scale by adding the appropriate adjustment factor to the EPDs produced in the most recent genetic evaluations for each of the sixteen breeds. The AB-EPDs are most useful to commercial producers purchasing bulls of more than one breed to use in cross-breeding programs. Most breed associations publish EPDs on an annual basis. These EPDs predict differences expected in performance of future progeny of two or more bulls within the same breed for traits including birth weight, weaning weight, yearling weight, and maternal milking ability (as reflected in progeny weaning weights). Normally, the EPDs of bulls from different breeds cannot be compared because most breed associations compute their EPDs in separate analyses and each breed has a different base point. The across-breed adjustment factors allow producers to compare the EPDs for animals from different breeds for these traits; these factors reflect both the current breed difference (for animals born in 2009) and differences in the breed base point. They should only be used with EPDs current as of June 2011 because of potential changes in EPD calculations from year-to-year. It is important to note that the table factors do not represent a direct comparison among the different breeds because of base differences between the breeds. They should only be used to compare the EPDs (AB-EPDs) of animals in different breeds. The adjustment factors in were updated using EPDs from the most recent national cattle evaluations conducted by each of the eighteen breed associations (current as of May 2011). The breed differences used to calculate the factors are based on comparisons of progeny of sires from each of these breeds in the Germplasm Evaluation Program at USMARC in Clay Center, Nebraska. These analyses were conducted by USMARC geneticists Larry Kuehn (email: Larry.Kuehn@ars.usda.gov; ph: 402-762-4352) and Mark Thallman (email: Mark.Thallman @ars.usda.gov; ph: 402-762-4261).

TABLE 1: Adjustment factors to add to EPDs of 18 different breeds to estimate across breed EPDs Breed

Birth wt.

Weaning wt.

Yearling wt.

Marbling score a

Ribeye area

Fat thickness

0.00 –0.32 0.00 –0.10 0.08

0.00 –0.07 –0.12 0.24 0.13

0.000 –0.051 –0.038 –0.151 –0.113

30.0 4.6

–0.64 –0.25 –0.40 –0.38

–0.18 0.92 0.87 0.59

–0.146 –0.171 –0.222 –0.172

10.2 –13.4 –3.7 0.5 15.3 22.97

–0.69 –0.77 –0.13 –0.51

1.06 0.96 0.81 0.95

–0.209 –0.217 –0.218

Maternal milk

Angus Hereford Red Angus Shorthorn South Devon Beefmaster Brahman Brangus Santa Gertrudis Braunvieh Charolais Chiangus

0.0 2.8 2.3 5.9 4.2 6.8 11.4 4.1 7.8 5.7 8.5 3.6

0.0 –1.5 –1.5 17.9 3.8 36.4 40.4 14.9 34.2 18.5 40.1 –14.5

0.0 –17.1 – 8.7 41.7 –4.9 37.9 4.5 14.0 24.8 22.6 48.9 –33.9

0.0 –18.7 –1.5 19.6 –5.8 2.6 21.4 1.3

Gelbvieh Limousin Maine–Anjou Salers Simmental Tarentaise

3.8 3.6 4.3 2.0 4.8 1.8

3.9 0.9 –9.8 –0.3 25.9 34.8

–10.4 –31.3 –28.5 –10.5 24.5 22.5

a Marbling score units: 4.00 = Sl00; 5.00 = Sm00

Information on Genex sires and services For a complete lineup of Genex sires visit the website www.crinet.com

To Order Genex Beef Semen – U.S.

Contact your local Genex representative. To locate a sales representative in your area, contact Genex Customer Service 888.333.1783 or info@crinet.com Profit Shop. Genex products and semen are now available online. With the opening of Profit Shop, an online retail store, members and customers can place orders for cattle genetics, A.I. certificates, products and supplies at their convenience. Customers browsing the site can view direct links to immediately make a purchase with MasterCard or Visa. Products are shipped directly via UPS. Visit profitshop.crinet.com. Only available to residents of the United States.

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Genex Canada Order Direct. Contact the Genex Canada office 888-354-4622 genexcanada@crinet.com Patty Lasby Brad Buchanan plasby@crinet.com bjbuchanan@crinet.com

To Order A.I. Certificates – U.S.

715-526-7528 or 800-927-2855 or order at profitshop.crinet.com

Photo Requests

To receive an email copy of a bull photo contact Lindsay Johnson ljohnson@crinet.com or 715-526-7631

A.I. Training Opportunities

Genex is your source for A.I. training and reproductive consulting. Genex offers artificial insemination certificate training. These courses are usually three to four days in length and cover basic A.I. technique, semen handling, the estrous cycle and synchronization, heat detection and genetics. The course consists of classroom sessions and hands-on live cow practice. Students successfully completing all portions of the class will receive a certificate of completion. For a complete listing of A.I. training school dates, visit www.crinet.com.

The National Association of Animal Breeders, Beef Committee, recommends the sire, dam and progeny photos used in advertising and promotion should represent the true image of the animal. The photo should only be enhanced by removal of the halter, nose ring or manure. Computer alteration of the animal’s conformation is unacceptable. Disclaimer: Cooperative Resources International, their member cooperatives agents or employees, cannot and do not guarantee the conception rate, quality or productivity to be obtained in connection with the use of their products or recommended techniques. THEY MAKE NO WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WHICH EXTENDS BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION OF THE PRODUCTS AND HEREBY DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. In the unlikely event that any of the products shall be proven to be defective, damages resulting from their use shall be limited to their purchase price.

2011, a Record Year!

Beef Genetic Management Guide Published annually for beef producers in the U.S. and Canada

Genex had an outstanding 2011 because of an excellent sire lineup and because of you – the Genex membership. Just how outstanding was the year? If we use registrations as one measure of success, the following facts will illustrate:

On the Cover: Artwork created by Rowdy Barry of Kennewick, Wash. Beef Genetic Management Guide Staff Lindsay Johnson, Editor Brenda Sisung, Assistant Editor Angela Franzen, Graphic Designer Kay Kristof, Graphic Designer

Al Kuck

Address correspondence to: Genex Cooperative, Inc. PO Box 469, Shawano, WI 54166 Al Kuck Vice President Beef Programs Shawano, WI Office: 715.526.7553 akuck@crinet.com Willie Altenburg Associate Vice President, Beef Marketing Fort Collins, CO Office: 970.568.7881 • Cell: 970.481.2570 waltenburg@crinet.com Jon Janssen Beef Sire Procurement Manager Earlham, IA Office: 515.758.3085 • Cell: 515.468.8221 jjanssen@crinet.com Brad Johnson Beef Programs Administration Manager Shawano, WI Office: 715.526.7613 bjohnson@crinet.com Richard Carlson Area Sales Manager, Canada Ponteix, SK Office: 306.625.3788 • Cell: 403.620.5437 rcarlson@crinet.com Lorna Marshall Senior North American Beef Account Manager Burlington, CO Office: 719.346.8740 • Cell: 719.342.8984 lmarshall@crinet.com Genex Cooperative, Inc. 100 MBC Drive, P.O. Box 469 Shawano, WI 54166 Tel: 888.333.1783

• In Angus the No. 1 registration sire is 1AN01131 Bismarck, with 1AN01044 Final Answer, 1AN01116 Upward, 1AN01119 Net Worth and 1AN01134 Pendleton in the top eight; Genex has 11 of the top 25 registration sires. • The No. 1 sire for Hereford registrations is 1HP00825 About Time with 1HP00823 Revolution and 1HP00816 Legend in the top eight. • Mission Statement ranks as the No. 1 Red Angus sire with 1AR00911 Packer, 1AR00914 Sakic, 1AR00921 Red Native and 1AR00907 Big Sky among the top 10. • A recently leased Brangus sire, 1BN00014 Warrrior R532, ranks No. 1 in registrations. It’s not often that a single A.I. organization fields the No. 1 registration sire in four breeds at the same time! What’s new for 2012? What do you have to look forward to? • Seven sires over 120 lbs of YW were added to the lineup. • 12 new calving ease sires, nine or better for CE with five over 13 on CE. • Seven sires over 70 $B with four of those over 80. • A new Australian-bred sire, 1AN01219 Evident, ranks in the top one percent in about every Australian index. • Six new Simmental sires entered the lineup, including 1SM00121 Upgrade, a sire destined to have an impact on the breed. • Three Red Angus, one Charolais, two Hereford and three Brangus sires are new additions to the Genex lineup. These new sires contribute to an already strong lineup. In addition to their high genetic rankings, we have always been aware of the need for good structure in the sires. These sires fit the criteria! I am looking forward to 2012 and I am sure you can see why!

Genex Cooperative, Inc. 291 Woodlawn Rd. W, Unit 4C Guelph, ON N1H 7L6 Tel: 888.354.4622 • Fax: 519.766.4796

Willie Altenburg Associate Vice President Beef Marketing

Jon Janssen Beef Sire Procurement Manager

Alfred L Kuck Vice President Beef Programs

Brad Johnson Beef Programs Administration Manager

Richard Carlson Area Sales Manager Canada

Lorna Marshall Senior North American Beef Account Manager

Code

Name

Pg.

Code

Pg.

Code

1AN01143 Aberdeen

1AN01187 Powder River 1AN01222 Priority

24 18

62 62

1AN01152 Providence

1AN01149 Quiet Lad

1SM00117 Red Line 1SM00086 Remington "Red Label" 1SM00122 Singletary

1AN01229 Advantage 1AN01207 Angus 011 1AN01164 Armor

1AN01167 Relevance

1SM00113 Tanker

1AN01231 Authentic

1AN01190 Resume

1SM00103 Top Gun

1AN01018 Bando 9074

1AN01146 Right Answer

1SM00091 Trademark

1AN01043 Bennett Total

1AN01181 Rito 9M25

1SM00100 Trailblazer

1AN01131 Bismarck

1AN01200 Role Model

1SM00121 Upgrade

1AN01216 Black Arrow

1AN01212 Settler

1SM00087 Winchester

1AN01075 Blue Moon

1AN01155 Sierra Cut

1AN01182 Brand Name 1AN01224 Cedar Ridge

19 10

1AN01165 Substance

1AN01117 Thunder

SIMANGUS 1SM00125 Graduate

1AN01170 Chisum

1AN01064 Traveler 004

1AN01213 Cowboy

1AN01186 Update

1AN01148 Dakota Gold

1AN01226 Uproar

1AN01116 Upward

1AN01208 Vance

1AN01214 Walker

1AN01123 Windy 702

ANGUS

1AN01099 Density 17 1AN01198 Diamond in the 26 Rough 1AN01185 Diplomat 16 1AN01221 Duff Encore

1AN01135 Dynamite

1AN01160 Eagle Eye

1AN01193 Elijah

1AN01191 Emulation XXP

1AN01219 Evident

1AN01230 Excitement

1AN01044 Final Answer

1AN01161 Free Spirit

1AN01183 Front Range

1AN01100 Game Day

1AN01180 Grass Master

1AN01136 Heritage

1AN01195 Imprint

1AN01217 In Sure

1AN01215 Irish

1AN01145 Jackson

1AN01151 Jipsey Earl

1AN01202 Long Distance

1AN01129 Lookout

1AN01194 Marquee

1AN01105 Matrix

1AN01203 Merritt

1AN01119 Net Worth

1AN01227 Pacific 0005

1AN01220 Palermo

1AN01139 Payday

1AN01134 Pendleton

1AN01141 Pioneer

1AN01204 Potential

Name

RED ANGUS 1AR00934 Anticipation

1AR00907

Big Sky

1AR00923

Big Time

1AR00910 Capital

1AR00926 Chester

1AR00936 Conqueror

1AR00918 Full Throttle

1AR00928 Halfmann R588 44 1AR00929 Impressive

1AR00931 Lock 'N' Load

1AR00896 Major League

1AR00937 Merlin

1AR00904 Mission Statement 45 1AR00933 Monument

1AR00911 Packer

1AR00930 Poundmaker

1AR00914 Sakic

Name

1SM00111 Amigo

1SM00119 Ammo

1SM00115 Club King

1SM00112 Explorer

1SM00097 Gunner

1SM00123 Ideal

1SM00094 In Dew Time

1SM00090 Mo Better

1SM00124 GW Premium Beef 61 1SM00126 Top Grade

1SM00114 Tuition

CHAROLAIS 1CH00947 Bluegrass

1CH00959 Fire Water

1CH00958 Montezuma

1CH00945 No Doubt

1CH00953 Pilgrim

1CH00955

Stagecoach

1CH00960 Xcalibre

HEREFORD 1HP00816 Legend

1HP00834 Mr Hereford

1HP00827

Performer

1HP00828

Remedy

1HP00823 Revolution

1HP00822 SCHU-LAR 3T

1HP00819 SCHU-LAR 5N 76 1HP00829 Victor 719T

1HP00831 Worldwide

1HP00833 Xerox

BRANGUS 1RB00106

Longevity

1BN00014 Warrior R532

SIMMENTAL

Pg.

79 79

Genex Cooperative, Inc. 100 MBC Drive, P. O. Box 469 Shawano, WI 54166

MISSION STATEMENT

Provide products and services as effectively as possible to maximize the profitability of members and customers worldwide while maintaining a strong cooperative.

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