Genetically Enhanced EPDs

Our progress with building the Beefmaster Breeders United HD genotype inventory has been outstanding over the last few months and we are continuing to move forward. John Genho, our geneticist from Livestock Genetic Services (LGS) will soon be preparing the Genetically Enhanced EPDs (GE EPDs). If you would like your animals to be included in this first genomic run to receive GE EPDs, please have your DNA samples to the BBU Office by November 25th. This will ensure that your samples get to the lab and the results can be reported back to LGS by January 1, 2016. Please note that beginning January 1, 2016, there will be a rule change regarding all AI sires and embryo donors. Starting on January 1, all NEW AI sires and embryo donors that do not currently have a DNA type on file will be required to have an HD Genotype on file before any progeny can be registered. If you have any questions regarding DNA or need to request DNA kits and paperwork, please call Kelsey Crenshaw or Collin Osbourn at (210) 732-3132.