How should I use the WAE EPDs in selection?

WAE EPDs can be used similarly to TACE EBVs in selection. That is, to compare the genetics of sires for specific traits that are important to your breeding objective. This can be achieved by comparing the specific EPDs for two or more sires or comparing the EPDs of an individual to benchmark values like the WAE EPD average and percentiles table.  

WAE EPDs can be used similarly to TACE EBVs in selection. That is, to compare the genetics of sires for specific traits that are important to your breeding objective. This can be achieved by comparing the specific EPDs for two or more sires or comparing the EPDs of an individual to benchmark values like the WAE EPD average and percentiles table.  

For example, sire A has a weaning EPD of +80 lb. and sire B has a weaning EPD of +50 lb. If you randomly mate these bulls in your herd, you can expect sire A’s calves to weigh, on average, 30 lb. more at weaning than sire B’s progeny (80 – 50 = 30). 

Angus Australia strongly recommends that the TACE EBVs and Indexes remain the main focus point for every-day selection for Australian and New Zealand producers, as they are calibrated specifically for this region.