How to select your mating sires

When selecting bulls to use on your herd we recommend using only those with a £PLI, £SCI or £ACI greater than the below figures:

Index	Breed	Minimum for top 50%
£PLI	Holstein	502
	Friesian	138
	Ayrshire	114
	Jersey	157
	Guernsey	0
	Shorthorn	0
	Montbeliarde	197
	Fleckvieh	161
	Brown Swiss	144
£ACI	All	244
£SCI	All	217

This table will be updated following each full UK genetic and genomic evaluation run in April, August and December. Current figures are calculated from April 2024 young genomic and daughter proven lists available from AHDB Dairy.

How to select your mating sires

When selecting bulls to use on your herd we recommend using only those with a £PLI, £SCI or £ACI greater than the below figures:

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