S1E20 - Breeding Excellence: What it Takes to Be a Top-Tier Seed Stock Breeder with AJ Knowles

In this episode of "Over the Hump," hosts Brandon Cutrer and Keaton Dodd dive deep into the world of Brahman cattle genetics with special guest, AJ Knowles, a beef cattle geneticist. The discussion spans the intricacies of performance breeding, the impact of accurate data collection, and the future of cattle genetics. Listeners are treated to an in-depth exploration of what defines seed stock breeders, the importance of genomically enhanced EPDs, and the crucial role of phenotype in cattle selection.

AJ Knowles shares his journey into cattle genetics, underscoring the value of data in improving herd performance. Keaton...