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Understanding EPDs for Selecting Bulls - Sergio Arispe and Morgan Johnsrud (in English)

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In this video, Dr. Arispe and Morgan (Select Sires) discussed several aspects of EDP values for bull selection and different traits that producers should consider when selecting bulls.

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This piece is part of the collection OSU Beef Cattle Workgroup - 2020 Fall Webinar Series , OSU Beef Cattle Workgroup - 2020 Fall Webinar Series

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