Four Hill Farms Catalog 2026

DETAILS Sale

SALE CONTACTS

FOUR HILL FARMS

Jake Thompson 218-329-9293

www.fourhillfarms.com

AUCTIONEER

Dustin Carter 712-898-9972

SALE Representatives

AMERICAN ANGUS ASSOCIATION

Andrew Swanson 507-829-4133

Bollum Ranch Productions

Will Bollum 507-244-0833

DVAUCTION

Logan Hoffmann 701-388-2618

RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

Jay Rehder 701-799-9434

sale location

The Pitchfork • 20063 MN-34 Barnesville, MN 56514

SALE SCHEDULE

The Pitchfork FRIDAY, APRIL 3, 2026

NOON: On-Site Viewing of Bulls

4 PM: Food & Drinks

6 PM: Sale Starts

CATALOG & ADVERTISING

ADDISON K CREATIVE

ADDISON RALL 701-210-0824

WWW.ADDISONKDESIGN.COM

DELIVERY

Take your bull home within a week of sale day and receive $50 credit. We will deliver all bulls free of charge. All other deliveries please make arrangements with Jake. All shipping is at buyer’s risk so we advise you to insure your purchases. Deliveries will occur after May 15th unless other arrangements are made. Free boarding until May 15th after that $3.50/hd/ day.

INSURANCE

All cattle in the sale become the buyer’s responsibility at the time of the final bid. Insurance can be purchased on sale day from Christopher Nelson, Martin-Trudeau Insurance, Mitchell, SD 605.996.3106. Policies range from death loss to disease and infertility. We will cover ½ of the premium cost on your choice of insurance policy on any purchases more than $7500.

BULL GUARANTEE

Bulls selling for $5000 or more will be guaranteed through the first breeding season. Breeding season is defined as 90 days after turn out. Purchase price minus $2500 and minus full salvage value, will be given as credit in a future sale or toward a replacement bull if one is available. All injuries need to be diagnosed by a veterinarian by Sept. 1, 2026

TERMS & CONDITIONS

All Cattle sell under the terms and conditions of the American Angus Association.

SALE FORMAT

All animals will be on display by noon on Friday the 3rd or available for viewing anytime at Four Hill Farms. DVAuction will broadcast previously recorded videos instead of running bulls through a sale ring. Announcements made sale day will supersede anything in the sale catalog.

HEALTH

We take the health of our animals very seriously. All bulls selling have been vaccinated for IBR, BVD, Blackleg, red water-clostridium type C&D, PI3, Hsomnus, pinkeye, footrot, anthrax. All dams of animal being sold have tested negative for Johnes. All bulls have been given a breeding soundness exam and fertility tested. Females have also been given a breeding soundness exam and prebreeding vaccines. All animals have been tested genetic defect free. Genomics have been enhanced by AngusGS. Scrotal Measurements will be available sale day.

SIGHT UNSEEN GUARANTEE

If you are unable to attend the sale, we will be glad to help you in making your purchase with your satisfaction guaranteed. Please feel free to send your bids to one of the sale staff. Bids will be handled as if you were present. Phone bids are welcomed and will be handled by Jay Rehder 701.799.9434

LIABILITY

All persons who attend the sale do so at their own risk. Legal or otherwise owners and sale staff assume no liability for loss of property or accidents.

FEEDING PROGRAM

Bulls have been developed on a 52mgcal high roughage ration consisting of alfalfa, corn silage, earlage, distillers grains and mineral.

SUPPER

A complimentary beef supper starting at 4 p.m. will be offered with the bar open in the Pitchfork with complimentary drinks.

ACCOMODATIONS

BARNESVILLE MOTEL

Barnesville, MN • 218-354-2602

AMERICINN BY WYNDHAM

Hawley, MN • 218.486.5140

LAKES INN

Dunvilla, MN • 218.676.7906

WELCOME

TTO FOUR HILL FARMS 9TH ANNUAL PRODUCTION SALE

his is a very exciting time to be in the cattle industry. We are extremely grateful to past customers and truly are motivated by their success. It is our belief that strong relationships are the cornerstone to long-term success and are extremely excited to start that process with new customers. Our offering is the same genetics as they have been offered in the past with virgin yearling and virgin 20-month-old bulls, registered and commercial open females. New to this year’s offering is registered bred heifers and proven 2-year-old bulls. We select breeding traits that will sire calves that will excel in growth, carcass traits and mothering capability. I believe this year’s offering is one of the best we have ever had and with the genetic diversity from our cow herd and Clearwater’s provides a little bit of something for everyone. All females have passed a breeding soundness exam, and the bred heifers have been confirmed pregnant by our vet Collin Gahlbreath. All bulls will have passed a breeding soundness exam and be fully vaccinated prior to sale day. The proven 2 year old bulls have been Trich tested. All bulls will have an Angus GS genomic test and parentage verification done to provide the most accurate EPD’s possible. We still recommend to visually appraise these animals which can be done on site at the Pitchfork anytime after noon on Friday or any time prior at the farm located at 21990 Hwy 34 Barnesville.

I truly hope that you take the time to evaluate this year’s offering either in person or on Dvauction.com. Our family is excited to welcome you to our 9th production sale and hope you can join Friday April 3rd with a beef supper and drinks starting at 4pm sale starts at 6pm. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a viewing time don’t hesitate to call or text Jake- 218.329.9293. We pride ourselves on great customer service, stand behind these bulls and females, and thank you for you past and future support.

THANK YOU,

Jake Thompson FOUR HILL FARMS

BULLS IN SEVERAL EPD CATEGORIES

GENOMIC

FHF Top Gun N66

If you see this logo in conjunction with an individual animal or group of animals, you know that that animal is registered with the American Angus Association and backed by the power of data, programs and pedigrees of the Association. Not all Angus are REGISTERED Angus. Invest wisely in those that carry the Powered By Angus logo. Lots 1 - 43 in this sale are REGISTERED Angus.

For more information on the Powered By Angus program visit: Angus.org/PBA.

FHF Step Up N27

G A R Sure Fire

G A R Big Step K715

EZAR Step Up 9178

Basin Lucy 4261

Clwtr Bankroll E61

CLWTR E05 Home Pride G12

Clwtr A23 Pride E05

Chair Rock Prophet 3131

EXAR Denver 2002B

Basin Lucy 1022

Barstow Bankroll B73

Clwtr A13 Charlotte C06 Sitz Wisdom 481T Clearwater A23 Pride 102

N27 has been a standout since birth. He ratioed 114 for weaning and 112 for yearling. His pathfinder dam holds a 5@359 day calving interval and weaning ratio of 5@105. As deep as they come this son of EZAR Step Up has herd bull written all over him.

FHF Rise Above N5

Hoffman Stagecoach 1908 Stellpflug Hoffman RiseAbove Hoffman 3210 Rita Lady 0256 MOGCK United Front 118 FHF Rita United Front FHF Rita Mile High

This sire group from Rise Above is very consistent and had me ordering more for semen for the tank. N5 leads off this group and this calf has impressed all year. Calving ease package that is ultra correct in his make up with extra bone. His performance separates him with WW EPD in top 3%, HP EPD top 2% and is the highest $M in the offering being in the top 1% of the breed. Birth ratio of 91 to WW ratio of 105 and YW ratio of 112. Suitable for Heifers

FHF Rise Above N22

REG #: 21479287 | BD: 02/12/25 | ID: N22

Hoffman Stagecoach 1908

Stellpflug Hoffman RiseAbove

HAF Traction 8014

FHF Barbaras 643

FHF Barbaras Capitalist 1643

Tehama Tahoe B767

BSG Countess 1705 of 028 Bar R Jet Black 5063 HA Rito Lady 3839

JMB Traction 292 DH Erica 1117

Connealy Capitalist 028

Tokach Barbaras 7403

This Rise Above son shows the consistency in growth that this sire group offers. Another top 10% WW EPD and $W, with a $M in top 15%. His great-great maternal grand dam was one of the first registered animals bought here from Tokach Angus.

FHF Rise Above N59 PT

Hoffman Stagecoach 1908

Stellpflug Hoffman RiseAbove Hoffman 3210

FHF Rise Above N17

Tehama Tahoe B767

Hoffman Stagecoach 1908

Stellpflug Hoffman RiseAbove Hoffman 3210 Rita Lady 0256

Poss Rawhide

FHF Heiress Rawhide 129

FHF Heiress Upward

BSG Countess 1705 of 028

Bar R Jet Black 5063

HA Rito Lady 3839

Poss Maverick

Poss Blueblood 6502

SHF Upward 316

Miss Heiress B H 123

Another calving ease Rise Above son out of a Poss Rawhide daughter with a Birth ratio of

FHF Rise Above N24

REG #: 21448048 | BD: 02/13/25 | ID: N24

Hoffman Stagecoach 1908

Stellpflug Hoffman RiseAbove Hoffman 3210 Rita Lady 0256 G A R Ingenuity

FHFMiss Barbaras 1543

Tokach Barbaras 7403

Tehama Tahoe B767

BSG Countess 1705 of 028

Bar R Jet Black 5063 HA Rito Lady 3839

A R New Design 5050

A R Objective 1067

Tokach New Frontier 3087 Tokach Barbaras 0543

Great calving ease Rise Above son that like his brothers lands him in the top 15% of the breed in WW EPD. His maternal grand dam and Lot 6 great-great grand dam are one and the same. Suitable for heifers.

FHF Growth Fund N7

REG #: 21461824 | BD: 02/08/25 | ID: N7

Basin Payweight 1682

Deer Valley Growth Fund

Deer Valley Rita 36113

Ellingson Dominance 2079

Spr A Dora 456

Spr A Dora 115

Basin Payweight 006S 21AR O Lass 7017

Plattemere Weigh Up K360 Deer Valley Rita 9457 LT Territory 5824 of EA SAV Blacklass 374 Ellingson Outback 9213 S A V Dora 8336

Start of a new sire group of proven, trusted genetics. This Growth Fund son posted the heaviest weaning weight of the 2025 calf crop with an actual WW of 926 lbs. What I think is the most impressive is that growth comes with a calving ease package. Since a young calf, this bull has stood out. Suitable for heifers.

FHF Growth Fund N65

Basin Payweight 1682

FHF Significant N43 NR

4M Ace 709

REG #: 21466635 | BD: 02/21/25 | ID: N43

D13

GDAR Leupold 298 Clwtr A16 Jilly C02

Great phenotype bull out of the late Bullerman Significant. Plenty of eye appeal and growth coupled with a double-digit calving ease EPD. WW ratio of 112 out of a first-calf heifer!!! Excellent growth potential. The sire of this bull recently passed away, so don’t miss your chance at this Significant son. Wean heavy steers sired by him or keep his daughters that will raise big calves. Suitable for heifers

FHF Significant N45

REG #: 21478281 | BD: 02/24/25 | ID: N45

4M Ace 709

Bullerman Significant

Bullerman Abigale 0122

Bullerman Jackson 1560

S A V Abigale 377

MOGCK United Front 118 FHF Blackbird United Front FHF Blackbird Conversation Musgrave Aviator KGM Enchantress 4054

This Significant son is very shapely and stout. Out of a first calf heifer, this bull ratioed 101 at weaning and yearling. Genomic percentile ranking of 3 WW, 4 YW, 2 FL, 10 HP and 12 Milk. Herd sire prospect for sure. 11

MOGCK United Front 503 Mogck Miss 2856

SAC Conversation EKHCC Blackbird 291

FHF Square Deal N121

FHF Magnum N34 RA

This is the only son of Square Deal in this offering. Big topped, with calving ease package. A direct grandson of the Flying V Miss Pride 95 Z cow that was the cornerstone of the Flying V program and put multiple sons into AI studs. This is one of the highest $C bulls in the sale at a top 15% of the breed with a $M in the top 10%. Suitable for larger frame heifers.

I joined MSCA, & you should too!

The only SAV Magnum and he doesn’t disappoint. Larger frame bull that will add top and docility to his calves. If you are looking for a bull to produce some replacements, this is your guy. Top 10% $M and genomically ranks top 1% for Docility.

I am a member of the Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association (MSCA), and I think you should be one too! MSCA is a membership-based organization representing Minnesota’s cattle producers. MSCA’s primary focus is addressing local, state and federal issues impacting the longterm viability of cattlemen and women in our state. When it comes to legislation impacting Minnesota cattle producers, you can count on MSCA to have your back. MSCA works on several promotional and educational activities during the year including the Summer Beef Tour, trade shows, Farmfest, MSCA Annual Cattle Convention and supports local affiliate activities.

But MSCA can’t do it alone. As a grassroots organization, our voice is amplified through membership. To continue fighting for the rights of Minnesota cattle producers, we must stand together. I am asking you to consider joining the association who advocates for our rights to operate without harmful government regulations.

Join MSCA today to ensure a viable Minnesota cattle industry now and in the future.

FHF Justified M53F

REG #: 21475643 | BD: 05/08/24 | ID: M53

Connealy Consensus 7229

Connealy Judgment

KG Justified 3023

KG Miss Magic 1443

Connealy Long Range

CLWTR G14

Barbie K19

CLWTR 4201 Barbara G14

Entrine of Conanga 9876

Sitz Wisdom 481T

KG Miss Magic 3528

Hoover No Doubt

Bunty Lay of Conanga 4930

S A V Sensation 5615

KA Barbaramere 4201

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I believe this is a great way to start off our age advantage bulls. This KG Justified son has tremendous muscle in an athletic package. This is the type of bull that can go out and cover some cows no matter what the range conditions. Top 10% HP, 20% $M, 4% Doc. Keep every heifer this guy produces and you won’t regret it.

FHF Accomplishment M52

Poss Achievement

Sitz Accomplishment 720F

Barbaramere Nell 14Y

Payweight 1682

Valley Rita 36113 S A V Bruiser 9164 Clearwater Lady Direct X24

This guy is a deep bodied tank. This calving ease Accomplishment son is unique in himself by his phenotype and his calving ease ability. Take a look at the pedigree on this bull and you will see a lot of recognizable sires and cow families. Top 10% $M, 5% Angle this guy will add some foot quality to his calves. Birth weight ratio of 95. Suitable for heifers.

FHF Guard Rail M56

REG #: 21457861 |

Tehama Tahoe B767

Connealy Guard Rail 923E

Queen Babes of Conanga 870J

JR Fast Forward

CLWTR F27 Fast LadyJay K05

CLWTR B08 Lady Jay F27

| ID: M56

Tehama Upward Y238

Tehama Mary Blackbird Y684

Connealy Legendary 644L

Queen Barb of Conanga 60C Basin Payweight 1682 JNSR MS Queen 453B S Foundation 514 ClrWater Z22 LadyJo B08

This Connealy Guard Rail son is as long as a freight train. Genomically ranked in the top 2% for CED and BW and top 10% of the breed in HP, $M, $W. Expect added weight with calving ease. Suitable for heifers.

FHF Guardrail M57F

| ID: M57F

Tehama Upward Y238

Tehama Tahoe B767

Connealy Guard Rail 923E

Queen Babes of Conanga 870J

WMR Ideal G13 CLWTR F14 Ideal Lady K13 CLWTR D13 WealthyLady F14

Tehama Mary Blackbird Y684

Connealy Legendary 644L

Queen Barb of Conanga 60C Ideal 4223 of 1168 Blkbrd WMR Bell 348

Connealy Commonwealth Clwtr A18 Jindra Lady D13

Another Guard Rail son that is very similar to his paternal brother in Lot

LOT 18

FHF Broadview M58

Heiken Broadview

CLWTR Boradway J53

CLWTR C07 Eraline F37 PALM No Doubt 9091

CLWTR E04 Queen Elba K08

Clwtr Z05 Elba News E04

Vermilion Spur E119 JCH BHA Karen 7815 Jindra 3rd Dimension J 724

Clwtr T20 Eraline C07

Hoover No Doubt

MCATL Forever Lady 1429-138 Bruin Breaking News 2201 Clearwater Elba Z05

This Broadview grandson is a clean made bull with some added width. His performance has a birth ratio of 98 to weaning ratio of 103. AGI had a technical issue with his DNA sample, EPD’s should be updated by sale day.

FHF Stellar M115

FHF Renown 4120

Rito 707 of Ideal 3407 7075

S A V Renown 3439

Spr A Renown 976

SPR A Bushs Design 615 057

S A V Sensation 5615

Carter Barbaramere 8757 KA Barbaramere 4201

S A V Blackcap May 4136

Sitz Upward 307R

S A Bushs Design 615

S A V Registry 2831

S A V Blackcap May 4136 TC Freedom 104

K A Barbaramere 0511

This Renown son is a power bull through and through. When you go through his pedigree 3 generations back, he is double bred to SAV Blackcap May 4136 and has TC Freedom 104, Sitz Upward 307R all in that generation. His dam holds a 5@76lb birth avg and 5@100 birth ratio.

FHF Insight M165

PVF Insight 0129

FHF Insight 7138 TC Peggy 5064

FHF Madame

Connealy Black Granite

These next three 2-year-old bulls were all leased out to smaller herds last breeding season and are proven breeders. They were kept for backup bulls just being a little too young for last year’s sale. We have had them examined and trich tested by our vet and ready to cover cows. This

FHF Stellar M138

FHF Accomplishment N55

REG #: 21448038 |

WL Accomplishment 317

S A V Bruiser 9164

X10 Pride F21

This Accomplishment son is backed by 4 generations of pathfinders. His dam has a calving interval of 6@365 days, birth ratio of 6@95 to 6@105 wean ratio. He himself genomically ranks top 1% for WW, 9% for YW, 4% for HP. He ratioed at 108 for WW. Keep females out of this guy.

FHF Accomplishment N46

FHF Accomplishment N48

FHF Tahoe N26

with. He has such great eye appeal and stands out in the bull pen. One of the highest marbling bulls in the sale, he will add some carcass quality in a calving ease package. His sire was purchased at Weigel Angus Ranch production sale and has done a wonderful job. First hand experience calving ease. Suitable for heifers.

FHF Tahoe N63 PT

REG #: 21448031 | BD: 03/03/25 | ID: N63

Tehama Tahoe B767

WAR Tahoe 926-112

WAR Anna 515-926

Bar S Sure Deal 5202

NSF Crystal F148 NSF Crystal B125

Tehama Upward Y238

Tehama Mary Blackbird Y684

Charged Up 44T

Anna 943-515

Sure Deal 33

S Pride 0017

This Tahoe son has a dam that has been in our donor pen for the last

Crystal has produced 22 calves while maintaining a calving interval of 364 days. She has raised 5@105 weaning ratio on her own. Her and my daughter have had very good success in the show ring as well. If you are looking for a cow maker that is suitable for heifers, look no further. Suitable for heifers.

FHF Resilient N137

Pine Creek Resilient 1260J

H A Resilient 3902

FHF Resilient

REG #: 21448053 | BD: 04/09/25 | ID: N161

Pine Creek Resilient 1260J

H A Resilient 3902

H A F Style 1902

Barstow Fever F400 FHF Pearl Fever 1118

WCP Ms Pearl 31I2-6009

Sitz Resilient 10208

PCAR Lady Bell 8006J

Werner Flat Top 4136

H A F Style 1775

JMB Traction 292

Barstow Miss Dianna C137

JB WCP Styles 9303-401x

Ms Bridget of Uhren

Talk about a bull that will catch your eye and being the youngest in the offering that is impressive. This Resilient son is wide made in a stout package. 5 EPD categories in the top 35% of the breed. Wean ratio of 109. Suitable for larger framed heifers.

FHF Resilient N122

dam to this bull is a 12-year-old Brillance daughter that goes to back to the great Champion Hill 3000C bull. This cow goes back to the Brian Halverson Angus herd out of Baker, MN. Long line of proven breeding here. Suitable for heifers.

FHF Resilient N106

sire of

Pine Creek Resilient

FHF River N127

FEMALES THE

All the bred heifers were ultrasounded confirmed bred Sept 25, 2025 and March 2, 2026 preg checked again. Vaccinated with Preg Guard 10, Vision 8, 2 rounds of Scour Bos and poured. They are bred to EB Clarity 1504 - Reg # 20684988.

FHF Pride M05

REG #: 21463639 | BD: 05/07/24 | ID: M05

Connealy Consensus 7229

Connealy Judgment

KG Justified 3023

KG Miss Magic 1443

PALM No Doubt 9091

CLWTR Pride F20 K12

CLWTR C22 Common Pride F20

Entrine of Conanga 9876

Sitz Wisdom 481T

KG Miss Magic 3528

Hoover No Doubt MCATL Forever Lady 1429-138

Connealy Commonwealth Clwtr Z24 10 Gauge Pride C22

Great way to start the bred heifers is with this KG Justified daughter. Beautiful profile to this heifer with a well-rounded set of EPDs. Due 4/28/2026 with a bull calf.

FHF Ladyveiw M11

Tehama Upward Y238

Tehama Tahoe B767

Heiken Broadview

FHF Final Queen M07

Tehama Mary Blackbird Y684

FHF Countess K04

REG #: 21471307 |

Tehama Tahoe B767

Connealy Guard Rail 923E

Queen Babes of Conanga 870J

Crawford Guarantee 9137

CLWTR F08 Lady Countess K04

CLWTR D09 Countess F08

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05/06/24 | ID: M04

Tehama Upward Y238

Tehama Mary Blackbird Y684

Connealy Legendary 644L

Queen Barb of Conanga 60C

Connealy Payraise

Crawford Ms Armory D40

Baldridge Compass C041 Cwtr Z21 Countess D09

FHF Royal Betty M03

Poss Maverick Poss Rawhide Poss Blueblood 6502

Tehama Patriarch F028

CLWTR H13 Royal Betty H13

FHF Ellie M10

Broadview

Boradway J53

C07 Eraline F37

G03 Ideal Ellie K11

E31 Ellie G03 Vermilion

Due 5/4/2026 with a heifer calf.

FHF Lady Jill M06

Connealy Judgment KG Justified 3023

KG Miss Magic

FHF Blackbird M13

FHF Contessa M09

Commercial F1 Baldy Heifers

9 commercial F1 Baldy heifers. These heifers are out of our commercial cows and sired by Winter Polled Hereford bulls. Beautiful set, born the end of March and April. All have had a pre-breeding exam completed in March, pelvic measured, bangs vaccinated and palpated. Will be fully vaccinated and ready to breed.

FHF Enchanter N50

REG #: 21471136 | BD: 02/28/25 | ID: N50

V A R Fire Power

Schiefelbein Top Gun 522

Frosty Elba 4220

CCAR Sirloin C888

Halverson Enchanter 221 E M H Valley Gal 88

V A R Power Play 7018

Vintage Rita 5063

Schiefelbein Showman 338

Frosty Bismarck 3041

Vermilion Sirloin

CCAR Queen X0247

G C R Freedom Lad 469T E M H Maxi Gal 14

This heifer is really hard to let go. Sired by Top Gun a deep bodied heifer that has a wean ratio of 104. Genomically top 4% of the breed for WW.

FHF Queen Ruth N64

REG #: 21465571 | BD: 03/03/25 | ID: N64

Tehama Tahoe B767

WAR Tahoe 926-112

WAR Anna 515-926

FHF Insight 7138

FHF Queen Ruth Insight L45 FHF Queen Ruth Identity

Tehama Upward Y238

Tehama Mary Blackbird Y684

Hilltops Charged Up 44T

WAR Anna 943-515

PVF Insight 0129

TC Peggy 5064

Spr A Identity 49 FHF Queen Ruth Prophet

This Tahoe daughter I think could make a great junior project. Very structurally correct with a clean feminine front and a soggy middle, should probably see a halter. Otherwise has a pedigree that will provide powerful offspring.

Black Commercial Heifers

13 black commercial heifers. Sired by EAR No Doubt E238 Reg #20539615, Flying V Entice 12L Reg # 20723925, FHF Insight L126 Reg # 20854554. Out of proven high producing commercial dams. Born the end of March and April. Pre-breeding exam done in March same as the Baldies and will have full vaccinations of 8 way, Pinkeye, foot rot and poured.

A GUIDE TO EPDS

EXPECTED PROGENY DIFFERENCE (EPD) is the prediction of how future progeny of each animal are expected to perform relative to the progeny of other animals listed in the database. EPDs are expressed in units of measure for the trait, plus or minus.

Calving Ease Direct (CED), expressed as a difference in percentage of unassisted births, with a higher value indicating greater calving ease in first-calf heifers. It predicts the average difference in ease with which a sire’s calves will be born when he is bred to first-calf heifers.

Birth Weight (BW), expressed in pounds, is a predictor of a sire’s ability to transmit birth weight to his progeny compared to that of other sires.

Weaning Weight (WW), expressed in pounds, is a predictor of a sire’s ability to transmit weaning growth to his progeny compared to that of other sires.

Yearling Weight (YW), expressed in pounds, is a predictor of a sire’s ability to transmit yearling growth to his progeny compared to that of other sires

Scrotal Circumference (SC), expressed in centimeters, is a predictor of the difference in transmitting scrotal size compared to that of other sires.

Docility (DOC), expressed as a difference in yearling cattle temperament, with a higher value indicating more favorable docility in a sire’s offspring compared to another sire

Maternal Milk (Milk), expressed in pounds of calf weaned, is a predictor of a sire’s genetic merit for milk and mothering ability in his daughters. In other words, it is the part of the calf’s weaning weight attributes to milk and mothering ability.

Heifer Pregnancy (HP), is a selection tool to increase the probability or chance of a sire’s daughters becoming pregnant as first–calf heifers during a normal breeding season. A higher EPD is the more favorable direction, and the EPD is reported in percentage units.

Marbling (Marb), expressed as a fraction of the difference in USDA marbling score of a sire’s progeny compared to progeny of other sires.

Ribeye Area (RE), expressed in square inches, is a predictor of the difference in ribeye area of a sire’s progeny compared to progeny of other sires.

Maternal Weaned Calf Value ($M), expressed in dollars per head, predicts profitability differences in progeny due to genetics from conception to weaning by decreasing mature cow size and improving docility, foot structure and fertility while maintaining weaning weights consistent with today’s production.

Beef Value ($B), expressed in dollars per carcass, represents the expected average differences in the progeny post-weaning performance and carcass value compared to progeny of other sires. This index assumes commercial producers wean all male and female progeny, retain ownership of these animals through the feedlot and sell on a carcass merit grid.

Combined Value ($C), expressed in dollars per head, which includes all traits that make up both Maternal Weaned Calf Value ($M) and Beef Value ($B) with the objective that commercial producers will replace 20% of their breeding females per year with replacement heifers retained within their own herd. The remaining cull heifer and steer progeny are then assumed to be sent to the feedlot where the producers retain ownership of those cattle and sell them on a quality-based carcass merit grid.

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