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<blockquote data-quote="Frankie" data-source="post: 653897" data-attributes="member: 13"><p>This is so bad. I'm sorry you've had such a problem. You should have taken that first bull back when his papers came in. That's dishonest and you should have called him on it.</p><p></p><p>IMO, the TN Dept of Ag is doing the right thing. Virtually every researcher, breed association, university, cattle specialist in the US will tell you that EPDs are the best indicator of an animal's breeding potential. BUT they're only part of the picutre. Pedigree and performance are also valuable, as well as a visual appraisal and vet check.</p><p></p><p>Also understand that some breeds take EPDs more seriously than others. Learn about accuracies.</p><p></p><p>In the Angus breed, many small breeders are using the same genetics as the "big guys". You can often attend smaller consignment sales, talk to the breeders, ask about their gurantee, and get a bull sired by top of the breed AI sires for less than you'll pay at a fancy sale. But if you're not satisfied with a bull, of any breed, speak up to the breeder. I think you'll find most of them willing to work with you. Don't give up.....</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Frankie, post: 653897, member: 13"] This is so bad. I'm sorry you've had such a problem. You should have taken that first bull back when his papers came in. That's dishonest and you should have called him on it. IMO, the TN Dept of Ag is doing the right thing. Virtually every researcher, breed association, university, cattle specialist in the US will tell you that EPDs are the best indicator of an animal's breeding potential. BUT they're only part of the picutre. Pedigree and performance are also valuable, as well as a visual appraisal and vet check. Also understand that some breeds take EPDs more seriously than others. Learn about accuracies. In the Angus breed, many small breeders are using the same genetics as the "big guys". You can often attend smaller consignment sales, talk to the breeders, ask about their gurantee, and get a bull sired by top of the breed AI sires for less than you'll pay at a fancy sale. But if you're not satisfied with a bull, of any breed, speak up to the breeder. I think you'll find most of them willing to work with you. Don't give up..... [/QUOTE]
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