Dam
- Dam Classification GP or better
- Generations behind dam, the higher the better
- Dam’s Production
- 1st lactation 18,000 or higher (actual not ME)
- 2nd lactation 20,000 or better
- Components, the higher the better, Average: 3.5% fat and 3.2% protein
Sire
- Plus proven preferred
- Exceptions for good show calves with good pedigrees
Cattle
- Look for cattle that you would purchase and don’t be afraid to reject a consignment
- Healthy well-grown calves and heifers
Calves and Heifers
- show age or good pedigree
- sound pedigree and confirmation
Bred Heifers
- due up to three months after the sale
- emphasize confirmation and pedigree on short bred animals
Milk Cows
- the younger the better, try to keep under 3 lactations
- good confirmation (emphasize on feet, legs, and udders) and production
- fresh longer then 60 days is alright as long as producing will and looking well
Dry Cows
- due within 60 days of the sale
- try to avoid cattle that are due 2 weeks before or after the sale
Embryo Packages/ Pick of Flush
- Number of embryos, quality, type of thaw, location, release fee, pedigree should greatly exceed above criteria
- Picks should include due dates and number of pregnancies
Consignor Information
- registration and transfer papers come with the animal. All health requirements and sale week information will be sent to you a few weeks before the sale.
- animal registration number
- any picture information and highlights on the animal and her family are needed
- current production, breeding dates, etc
It is important for consignors to have animals fairly clean and friendly. The better the cattle look and act the more they will bring!!