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We were breeding horned fullblood Simmentals back in the 80' and early 90's. We were focused on fullbloods because they generally presented more market value compared to the purebred segment. But, even then it was evident that purebreds were better cattle than many of the fullblood animals we...

As progressive, forward moving producers we all focus on the future of course. But, I do think it would be very interesting to hear what each of us would do differently if we had the opportunity to "do it all over again". Potential new breeders could definitely learn from your collective...

aj.....the word "enemy" was admittedly not the best way to reference the competition for consumer dollars. It was meant metaphorically.

Bang on Bob! Some of us do this for the pleasure and fun derived. After a long day at work what could be more relaxing on a summer evening than a walk through the pasture? Good mental health!

rule # 1 ....people buy for THEIR OWN reasons; not yours. rule # 2.....and, people buy it the WAY they want to; not yours. Any respectable, successful seller understands this. EVERY dollar that is invested in ANY aspect of the beef industry is good news. It all cascades down eventually. The...

I don't have any pics of his Dam on my iPhone but will see if I can post one or two tonight. Just boarding a flight to Minneapolis. We bought her for 17.5K as a calf in Ohio and she didn't disappoint us. Moderate sized female that worked hard and was well cared for. If I owned a herd of big...

How realistic is it to breed a bull to 1000 cows and expect zero calving ease issues? 50% of the genetics involved in every mating come from the female. And, there are infinite levels of management styles and environments that also influence dystocia. I don't consider his 105 lb birth weight to...

Renegade posted a picture of his bull calf and invited comments. He intentionally chummed the waters and I'm sure he wasn't surprised by the outcome. EPD's and pedigrees are important tools and information. Breeding cattle requires essential decision making and planning. The more information...

I'm absolutely fine with others disagreeing with my viewpoint on this very interesting calf. Admittedly, he's a prospect and unproven.

You know XBAR, the one thing that seems consistent is that some people on this site have a lack of tolerance for any opinion or viewpoint that differs from their own. "Audacious, financially irresponsible, how do you sleep at night.... etc....where do you come up with this crap? A man posts a...

I would use him on virgin heifers in a heartbeat. Every day of the week and twice on Sundays.

Let me put it this way and make it easier to understand. He was 70 lbs at birth when I found him. I carried him in my arms about 500 yards up and down hills to the shelter of the barnyard with his 1250 lb Dam following closely behind me. His Dam is a moderate female obviously and this bull will...

Absolutely I would.

Apart from all the dialogue and debate on this thread, I can tell you that this bull calf is the real deal. I owned his Dam and bred her for this mating. For someone wanting to add some real style, calving ease, disposition plus an airtight pedigree then I highly suggest you look closely at this...

I agree with just about everything stated in this thread. JIT is correct to say that you better have the right base genetics before setting out to develop a line breeding program. Personally, it doesn't appeal to me; I would rather utilize the genetic pool of diverse genes available to me...

cltroidl....I won't argue with scientific facts but I must admit to wondering why the Hereford breed isn't extinct today based on the genetic nightmare consequences you have outlined. They've been linebreeding forever.

All I can contribute is to say I owned the Dam of that white bull calf and she was an excellent milker with ideal maternal instincts.  We had a Warrior cow a number of years ago; a big powerful female that also milked very well. I realize these are only small samples to make any worthwhile...

He looks very good! What is being overlooked here is the fact this calf is in Canada. Unlike the shorthorn scene in the USA, the majority of Canadian pedigrees are Trump free. Also, 3127 is a hugely coveted and popular cow family in the USA but is very rare in Canada. This calf will be an...

I remember 25 years ago at the RAWF in Toronto seeing some Simmie bred heifers that were pushing a ton. Just unreal to see that. However, never saw them again after that either. Everybody has to do what they think is best. That particular breeder was very open and honest about trying to build...

If Obama....or even Clinton....ever had the desire to be Prime Minister of Canada I suspect the whole election process in Canada would be set aside....either one of them would win in a landslide. Bush??....not so much!