The American Simmental Association (ASA) announced that Dry Matter Intake (DMI) and $Gain EPDs are now officially published on every animal on Herdbook.
ASA said these new trait predictions help producers select cattle that balance intake and growth for improved biological and economic efficiency. DMI EPD reflects the difference in pounds of daily dry matter intake, while $Gain EPD indicates the difference in daily profitability based on DMI and Average Daily Gain.
ASA said that seedstock and commercial producers can enhance feedlot performance by incorporating these traits into selection strategies. For more information, contact ASA Geneticist Lane Giess at lgiess@simmgene.com.
