The purchasing of the appropriate bull is a decision that should not be made lightly. The genetics from one bull can stay in a herd for up to 75 years when daughters are retained. Given the genetic impact, selection of a bull should be based on the traits important to your specific operation. When purchasing a bull, you should keep in mind the bull’s breeding soundness, genetic merit, and structural soundness. These three concepts are crucial for the successful impact of that bull on your herd and overall success of any cow-calf operation.
The number one job of a bull is to impregnate…
