When the current genetic evaluation system at International Genetic Solutions (IGS), powered by BOLT software, was deployed several years ago, it was viewed as a ‘quantum leap’ forward in genetic prediction. IGS is the current service entity that runs genetic evaluation services for more than a dozen partner breeds including [ … ]

Eastern Regional, Grey, Tenn.
Heartland Regional, Council Bluffs, Iowa
Western Regional, Klamath Falls, Ore.

The North American Limousin Junior Association regional shows have been cancelled due to the risk associated with COVID-19 and the current status of host states, in addition to surrounding state participants in regard to opening with federal guidelines to allow large [ … ]

LimVision is the collaboration between Neogen and the North American Limousin Foundation to increase genomic marker information on females to increase accuracy of EPDs in the NALF herdbook. A limited number of research 50K genotypes and rebate funds will be available for the project.

Are you a LIMS member interested [ … ]

Spicy and tacos…what more could you ask for? Tacos are an easy-to-make meal and you can even get your kids to help you! Or have a make-your-own taco night – parents and kids alike will love it.

Ingredients

1 pound Ground Beef (95% lean)
1/4 cup hot pepper sauce
8 taco shells
1 cup thinly [ … ]

If you’ve been breeding cattle long, you are aware of the costs associated with either raising or buying your replacement females. Yet, through the years, we’ve often placed more emphasis on bull selection. This is not without reason, of course, as bulls do contribute heavily to the genetic value of [ … ]

The first Limousin imported to Canada was Prince Pompadour in November of 1968, with semen made available in July of 1969. After the importation of Prince Pompadour to Canada, another group of eleven Limousin bulls and five heifers were imported in April of 1969. Many more importations followed, 91 sires [ … ]

This year’s BIF Research Symposium and Convention moves to virtual event scheduled for the week of June 8.

It was announced on April 2 the Beef Improvement Federation (BIF) board of directors, along with the Florida 2020 BIF Research Symposium and Convention committee, made the decision to transition this year’s conference [ … ]

In 2020 can you leave anything to chance when marketing your calves?

The current climate breeds concern, fear, and uncertainty. But it also provides greater time and appreciation for our faith, our families, and our farms. Those are of much greater importance and will ultimately be the positives that move us [ … ]

All the kids are home, but you still have to get work done and find time to make 3 meals a day. This nutritious, easy lunch or dinner is sure to please everyone and you have time to get your work done, while giving your kids a great meal!

Ingredients

1 pound [ … ]

Source: Drovers

Before the breeding season begins a few simple management procedures involving your bulls can increase the likelihood of a high pregnancy percentage among your cows.

Any rancher that purchases a young, highly fitted or conditioned bull should plan to gradually reduce the fleshiness of the bull before the breeding season.  [ … ]