Using and understanding BREEDPLAN information
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Introduction
Introduction1 quiz -
Interpreting BREEDPLAN EBVsBREEDPLAN EBVs
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Interpreting BREEDPLAN EBVs
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Compare to the level of genetic merit within the current population
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Compare expected difference in progeny performance
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Consider EBV accuracy
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Additional resources1 quiz
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Interpreting Selection IndexesWhat are selection indexes?
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Interpreting selection indexes
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Selection indexes: important considerations1 quiz
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Using BREEDPLAN information in animal selectionUsing BREEDPLAN information in animal selection
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Select the selection index of most relevance
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Rank animals using the chosen selection index
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Consider individual EBVs of importance
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Consider other traits of importance
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Additional resources1 quiz
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Accessing BREEDPLAN informationHow to access BREEDPLAN information
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Accessing BREEDPLAN information ahead of bull sales1 quiz
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ConclusionConclusion1 quiz
Test your knowledge: Accessing BREEDPLAN information
Meat & Livestock Australia April 8, 2024
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the EBV Percentile Graph shown below. Match the EBVs below with the correct Percentile Band ranking.
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Calving Ease Daughters
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400 Day Weight
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Mature Cow Weight
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Scrotal Size
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Eye Muscle Area
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Retail Beef Yield
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Intramuscular Fat
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the 600 Day Weight EBV for the two bulls shown below. Select the correct answer:
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the Selection Indexes of the two bulls shown below, and complete the following sentence.
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The progeny of will be, on average, $ more profitable per cow mated than the progeny of . If they sired 200 calves over their breeding life, this equates to a $ difference in profitability for the particular production system described by the selection index.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
These two bulls have the same selection index value. Which would be the better choice to use over first-calf heifers where calving ease is of particular importance?
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
You have done your bull buying homework, and short listed several bulls for further inspection at the sale. On sale day, you note that your top preference bull does not meet your structural soundness requirements. Should you: