Understanding EPDs & Indexes
EPDs combine performance, genomics, and ancestry across environments, making them a more reliable predictor than individual performance alone. Bigger numbers are not always better—balance matters. We use EPDs as tools, not absolutes, always backed by cow family history and real-world results.
Why It Matters
Single-trait selection creates problems. Balanced EPD use helps avoid extremes while still making progress. When combined with cow family data and visual appraisal, EPDs become decision tools—not sales gimmicks.
The Star System
To simplify decision-making, each bull is evaluated using our Star System, which summarizes multiple traits into practical recommendations for calving ease, growth, maternal strength, and carcass merit. Every bull we sell is one we would use ourselves.
Why It Matters
Not every buyer wants to analyze spreadsheets. The Star System translates complex data into practical recommendations so you can quickly identify bulls that fit your program without sacrificing important details.