How to Find Mr. Right: Bull Selection with Brady Blackett
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Calving ease, birth weight, carcass traits...which EPDs do you lean towards when selecting bulls?
In this episode, Brady Blackett from Intermountain Genetic Alliance in Utah, discusses how he selects bulls, trends in the industry, and what genetics to keep a lookout for. EPDs play a role, but there's no substitute for getting out and seeing a bull in person.
Brady Blackett is a 3rd generation cattleman. Sixteen years ago he partnered with other seed stock breeders in Utah to establish the Intermountain Genetic Alliance Bull Sale. The sale is held annually on the first Saturday of March in Nephi, Utah. Brady is passionate about the cattle industry and is hopeful to make an impact and leave it better than he found it for the next generation.
In this episode we will learn:
Current bull trends in the industry.
Considerations to make when selecting a bull for your operation.
Why calving ease might not be the right option for you and your herd.
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