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Breeding records
Ensure your breeding records are complete by following these steps.
A.I. Breeding
Records should include:
- Sire registration number
- Date of breeding
- Synchronization status
All breedings for a female during the season must be recorded.
Pasture Breeding
Records should include:
- Sire registration number
- Dates the bull(s) were turned in and out of the pasture
- Synchronization status
- Observed date of breeding (optional)
All bulls used for natural service must be listed. If there are more than three natural service sires, use a sire group.
Sire group data submission
When a female is exposed to multiple pasture sires, a sire group can be created to account for all potential sires. The sire group can then be added to breeding and birth records for easier data submission. Parentage testing (i.e. DNA) can later help determine the appropriate sire for the calf.
Embryo Transfer
Records should include:
- Donor dam registration number and birth date
- Sire registration number
- Embryo/oocyte removal and implant dates
- Synchronization status
Preg Check
Records should include:
- Pregnancy check date
- Pregnant or open
- Days pregnant
Calculating gestation time?
Use our gestation calculator tool to determine gestation time on females.
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Inventory reporting
Whole herd reporting through AHIR’s Inventory Reporting program can help you leverage your data and ensure your herd is on track to meet your goals.
EnrollEPDs explained
Collecting and submitting data on your herd improves the accuracy of your cattle's EPDs. It is important to understand how the data is used in individual EPDs.
Learn moreInventory reporting
Whole herd reporting through AHIR’s Inventory Reporting program can help you leverage your data and ensure your herd is on track to meet your goals.
EnrollEPDs explained
Collecting and submitting data on your herd improves the accuracy of your cattle's EPDs. It is important to understand how the data is used in individual EPDs.
Learn more