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Description: Complete quick EPD reference guide for:

Angus
Charolais
Chianina
Gelbvieh
Hereford
Limousin
Maine Anjou
Red Angus
Shorthorn
Simmental

The App is easy to use with only 4 tabs. See current EPD breed averages included in a percentile breakdown chart and EPD definitions specific to individual breeds. DNA technology is introduced using a quick guide to Pfizer's HD 50Ks and MVPs along with Merials Igenity Profile.

The Beef Cattle EPD Resource Guide App has been created to be used as an educational tool. Establishing a basic beef cattle genetics education is important to help producers make more educated breeding decisions. Establishing a basic EPD education can lead to the understanding and implementation of new DNA technology in the beef industry.

The DNA Technology tab can serve as a helpful guide to a variety of beef industry partners including:

Seedstock producers
Cow/calf producers
Backgrounders
Feedlot operations
Beef processors

All data provided in this App comes directly from breed association and independent genomic testing company websites. The creator of this app is not an employee or a representative of the breeds or companies listed.

This App is the key component of an ongoing Graduate Student research project at the University of Missouri. Please click on the feedback link found at the bottom of the Home page to fill out a 10 question short survey. The data returned will be extremely beneficial in research. No contact information is requested in the survey.

If you would like to contact the creator of the Beef Cattle EPD App you can either send a direct email to the address listed on the Home page of the App (beefcattleepdapp@live.com) or send a message on the Beef Cattle EPD App Facebook page. Constructive criticism is welcomed.