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Market Minute what sires will attract the most interest? Remember, you are breeding for a buyer and not for yourself. Breed accordingly. 2) If you will be selling a donor, will she have more value if you offer her open or pregnant? Does it make sense to offer embryos or semen with an open donor to sweeten the offering? 3) Make sure breeding age bulls have complete data, including EPDs that are genomically- enhanced and ultrasound information when possible. In short, make a plan for your consignment sale offerings well in advance of sale time. 4) Presentation is of the utmost importance. In the past, I have experienced disappointment in participating in a consignment sale. I had poor placement in the sale order, poor pictures in the sale catalog, and yes, my offerings brought less than the sale average. When my pity party was over, I realized that my placement in the sale order and lack of buyer interest in my animals was primarily due to the condition and quality of the animals that I had consigned. When a potential buyer came into my stall he was able to simultaneously compare my animals with those of the consignor in the adjoining stall. Truthfully, mine did not compare favorably. If you have questions about feeding or preparing your animals for a sale, the F oundation S A L E III T he 1 p.m. - United Producers Bowling Green, Kentucky Hosted by A C H Holdings LLC S elling Fullblood Limousin - Purebred Limousin - Lim-Flex From several States & Canada Bred Heifers - Open Heifers Cow-Calf Pairs (Bred & Open) Bulls - Donors - Red & Black This sale will have something for every breeder! For more Information and a Sale Catalog, Contact: STEPHEN, EMILY & CARTER HAYNES 760 Emily Court, Bowling Green, KY 42101 270.799.8685 - 270.799.8684 - 270.799.0196 [email protected] - [email protected] - www.achhlimousin.com LIMOUSIN Today | 23