EPD’s - What do the Numbers Mean:
In 2012 the Gelbvieh, Balancer, Red Angus, Simmental put their
EPD’s into the same system and calculated the new EPD’s. As of
Jan 1st of 2013 you will be able to compare these 3 breeds on the
same EPD base. In other words you can compare the same EPD’s
for Gelbvieh, Red Angus, Balancer and Simmental cattle. The Angus
breed continues to do their own EPD’s – so the Angus bulls cannot be
compared across breeds. Below is a brief explanation of the EPD’s:
CE or CED:
CE is shown in Balancer and Gelbvieh cattle. CED is
shown in Red Angus and Angus. CE stands for Calving ease-CED
stands for Calving Ease Direct. This EPD represents a ratio that
determines how easy calves are born. The higher the number – should
represent easier calving.
BW:
This EPD is used by all breeds. It predicts the difference in
pounds for birth weight. Look at the breed average and compare.
WW:
This EPD is used by all breeds. It predicts the difference in
pounds for weaning weight. Look at the breed average and compare.
The WW EPD is an indicator of growth from birth to weaning.
YW:
This EPD is used by all breeds. It predicts the difference in
pounds for yearling weight around 365 days of age. Look at the breed
average and compare. The YW EPD is an indicator of growth from
birth to weaning.
Milk-MK:
This EPD predicts the genetic ability of a sire’s daughter
to produce milk. The higher number means more milk.
Marb-MB
: This EPD predicts the genetic ability of a sire’s offspring
to grade. This EPD along with ultrasound data predicts which genetics
have a higher chance of grading Choice, Prime and etc..
REA-RE:
This EPD predicts the genetic ability of a sire’s offspring
Loin Eye Area. This EPD along with ultrasound data predicts Loin
Eye Area which determines Yield Grade – Red Meat.
CV-$B:
This EPD predicts the carcass value of sire. The EPD’s
are expressed in a $ value. The CV dollar value is based on Carcass
Weight, Marbling, Ribeye. The $B value is based on performance,
carcass weight, Marbling, and production costs.
Ultrasound Information
All the bulls will be weighed and measured for frame size, Ribeye
area, marbling, fat thickness, and scrotal size. The bulls will also be
fertility tested and will also be test free of BVD. We will post the
information on our website – as soon as we receive the information.
We would expect to have this info posted 10-12 days before sale day.
View data on:
www.grundbeefgenetics.com
and
www.camp1aranch.
com
Breed Average EPD’s
Balancer
CE 9.9 BW 0.9 WW 63 YW 96
M 24
REA0.32 MB 0.20
CV
Gelbvieh CE 7.5 BW 2.1 WW 65 YW 91
M 26
REA0.26 MB -0.15
CV
Angus
CE 6
BW 1.7 WW 46 YW 85
M 23 REA .32 MB .41 $B 61.21
RedAngus
CE 4 BW -1.0 WW 46 YW 85
M 23
REA0.32
MB .42
SIGHT-UNSEEN GUARANTEE
If you are unable to make the sale, we are offering a sight – unseen
purchase program. We also will be broadcasting the sale on DVAuction
to allow you to see a video of the bulls/heifers selling. We also have
arranged a “different” set of eyes and person to talk to- if you would like
another opinion on the cattle. Andy Jones will view the bulls/heifers
and give you his honest opinion. Andy’s number is 785-769-4319.
BULL CARE
This year we are again offering to keep your bulls until April 1st of
2013. We will take your bull home and feed them for $3.75/per head/
per day. As of April 1st we will work with you on delivery or you can
come to the ranch and pick-up your bull. Buyer does assume risk of
the bull after sale day for injury and/or death. We can provide buyers
insurance sale day that will cover the bull for injury or death until
breeding season is complete. If you have a problem with an injured
bull – please contact us- typically we carry-over a few bulls and can
provide you with a replacement bull for the breeding season.
GUARANTEES
All bulls selling for $2700 or more are guaranteed against breeding
season injury for the first breeding season. Abreeding season is defined
as a 90 day period following the first turn out date of the bull. This is
not an insurance policy. If a bull develops a problem, proper treatment
or vet care is advisable. If a replacement bull is available, he will be
provided. If the buyer prefers no replacement bull, we will provide
credit towards another bull in the following year, less the salvage value
of the injured bull. Please notify us as soon as possible should a death
or injury occur.
I-70
West
East
South
HWY 40
Sale Barn
Oakley
Directions to the Sale Facility
Dear Friends:
We are excited to see you on February 27th, 2013 for our 17th
Annual Cattlemen’s Choice Bull Sale. As I write this letter – We
recently learned that the January 2013 Cattle on Feed Report
showed declining cattle numbers and a very BULLISH picture
for the cattle market in the coming years! The beef outlook looks
very promising for the next 3-5 years.
We take a lot of pride in producing genetics that will “add value”
to your operation. We realize that you need to be profitable and
we strive to give you the best genetics to add profits. We don’t
just concentrate on one or two traits. We concentrate on multiple
traits that lead to profits. We concentrate on traits like fertility,
birth weight, performance, maternal and carcass traits. We have
never forgotten that Fertility is still the #1 trait to profitability.
It continues to amaze us the genetic improvement that has
happened in the beef industry over the last 10 years. We are now
able to give you genetics that can be born at 70-80#’s and still
wean at 600-700#’s! We intend to provide you all the data you
need to add profits to your bottom line. You will find a line-up of
bulls that have EPD’s, weights, frame score, ultrasound data, and
breeding soundness exams.
As you view the catalog you will find bulls sired by proven A.I.
sires plus bulls sired by exciting young – outcross sires. Many of
these bulls rank in the top 25% of the breed for important traits
that lead to profits.
The bull sale will be broadcast this year on DV Auction and if
you are unable to attend the sale you will be able to bid on DV
Auction. We realize everyone has busy schedules and some may
not be able to make the sale. We would like to Thank everyone
for their support over the years and hope to see you or visit with
you this year.
Grund Beef Genetics
Camp 1A Ranch
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