Recent content by PATB

His pedigree page at AAA shows no dna parentage or genomic profile results as of 2/20/18.

I would suggest using both phenotype and genomics/epds. If the bull is phenotypically correct then look to see if the epd's fit your management/resources. You must ask your self what is optimum level for each trait for my operation and select for that. The balance approach with adjustments in...

One needs to take in the amount/timing of moisture your area gets as that will affect the amount of loss of hay due to spoilage. Y

The 64xx models of JD tractors seem to have computer challenges in this area. Good luck with whatever you decide to buy for a tractor.

If you are looking at older JD's check out the 40 to 55 series. The 20 series have a major challenge in if it stalls you loose all brakes and steering due to loss of hydraulic power. The mannhiem (german built) motors are superior to the american ones in the in 40 to 55 series in my opinion...

The value of preg checking depends on your markets and feed resources.

I preg 30 plus days after the bull comes out. the open heifers are sold at that time the open cows are sold at weaning time. The biopryn is a cheap way to test and usually ends up cost around 4 dollars per animal time I figure postage and other cost.

Thanx for the info. I copied and pasted into and email and share with several breeders who are concerned about copper level in our mineral.

Can you post the source for this information? I would like to share it with several local producers.

Each educational opportunity is worth it and I did learn new things. Thanx for putting them on.

I will be wearing a disney grumpy cap most likely.

2015 brown bagger series question. How long after the webinar will the taped session be made available to the general public? I would like to watch all the sessions before attending the 2015 AAA annual meeting and Genomic symposium.

I use a kencove that is similar to Staffix and happy with it. Mine came with a 3 year lightening guarantee if lightening arrestors are install in the fence. My has been back for repairs 3 times due to lightening and the service is great...

Another reason to keep your own replacement stock is biosecurity. The fewer new animals you imported to the ranch the less chance of bringing in a new disease or strain of scours/ecoli.

Will the audio made available for the 2015 BIF presentation?