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Management of Agriculture (USDA) yield grade, 2.9; and percent choice, 94. genetics that fit their operation and adapt accordingly. The “no exemptions” means no steers were held back and sold as calves. When selecting bulls, producers may select bulls that moderate replacement female size. Likewise, selection for terminal bulls that put The steers from the “beef” herd (no exemptions) had the following average production: final live weight, 1,751 pounds; hot carcass weight, 1,050 pounds; dressing percent, 60; quality grade, low choice; 12th-rib fat depth, .36 inch; rib-eye area, 15.67 square inches; rib-eye area per 100 pounds of body weight, .90 square inch; USDA yield grade, 2.8; and percent choice, 94. large carcasses on the rail is good. Remember, terminal means no female replacements kept. The bottom line: Do not be afraid to lower cow size, but select good bulls. I Accelerate Forward with Circle R Genetics Boost your bottom line and build you program around performance with TMCK Cash Flow 247C All living steers from the two herds were sent to the feed yard and harvested. The herds produced what was expected. We know today’s beef producer can place more than 1,000 pounds of beef carcass on the rail. The steers from the “beef” herd did just that, averaging 1,050 pounds on the rail. But the steers from the “range” herd also met exceptional industry specifications, producing 872 pounds on the rail. Steers from the “beef” herd had heavier carcass weights, larger rib eyes, less 12th-rib fat and lower marbling scores. Steers from the “range” herd had higher marbling scores and larger rib-eye area per 100 pounds of body weight. Yes, this is a story of real data. The bottom line: Producers need to use the management and 3/15/2015 • 87% Limousin Homo Polled (P2) • Double Black Wulf ’s Zane X238Z x TMCK Jade 935Y CED BW WW YW MK CEM Doc YG CW REA MB $MTI 9 2.3 103 148 21 5 26 -0.05 57 0.58 0.29 71.92 GE-EPDs North American Limousin Foundation With 7 EPD’s in the Top 15% and the Top %1 for growth traits he is a true breed leader genetically. • • • • • Adj. 205-day weight of 987lbs. Adj. 365-day weight of 1605lbs. Scrotal of 42.0 at 344 days of age. A truly can’t miss herd sire option if you’re looking for growth, carcass and fertility. Semen Avaliable. Steve Revell 14541 Greenover Ln. Jacksonville, FL 32258 Cell: 904.482.7197 - [email protected] Farm Location: Jacksonville, Georgia LIMOUSIN Today | 27