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$W vs. $B $W – Maternal Index: If you $B – Terminal Index. If you retain ownership through
Utilize these sell your calves at weaning the feedlot and market on a value-based grid, select
important indexes and retain replacements, for higher $B values. Even if you sell your calves at
to meet your select for higher $W values. It weaning, still pay attention to this index because
program’s goals. takes in account calving ease, establishing a reputation for calves that gain and
Select $W for milk, revenue from weaning grade well will earn you additional premiums in the
maternal and $B weight and expenses due to marketplace. $B takes in account post-weaning growth
for Terminal. mature cow size. and feed effi ciency as well as carcass quality and yield.

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