But the test also provides a valuable opportunity for students to gain practical experience in the beef industry. More specifically, students learn firsthand about bull development, selection, ...

FARGO - Livestock producers should have their herd bulls examined for breeding soundness before turning them out with cows this summer. "Veterinarians across the state are reporting higher than ...

and a complete breeding soundness exam. For more information about the UW High Altitude Bull Test and Sale, visit the UW Department of Animal Science website or the UW Beef Extension Facebook and ...

Some of the yearling bulls were in the 7 and 8 BCS range as they had just completed their on-test period and were carrying more flesh than many of the older bulls," said Cole. The soundness ...

An annual fertility test along with breeding soundness records will aid in detecting degeneration. Bulls tested for fertility are usually scored according to the Breeding Soundness Evaluation System.

Breeding bulls should be examined for breeding soundness at least annually ... “Although not always included with a standard BSE, a trich test is strongly encouraged and is required by the ...

Evaluation of bulls for breeding soundness is one of the most neglected management practices of Indiana’s cattle producers. A bull is expected to breed 20 to 50 cows during the breeding season and too ...

The physical examination of the bulls usually starts with observing structural soundness of the bull; eyes, teeth, legs, feet, condition of the bull. If the bull passes this initial inspection ...

A bull’s testicles can get frostbite, which could decrease semen production and quality, making it hard to pass their breeding soundness exams. Wilke suggests windbreaks and some bedding of ...

Make sure your bulls are ready to go as we approach the spring breeding season. From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, the Madison County Beef Cattle Association will offer breeding soundness exams on ...