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 25%
£PLI	Holstein	659
	Friesian	211
	Ayrshire	345
	Jersey	296
	Guernsey	3
	Shorthorn	30
	Montbeliarde	241
	Fleckvieh	236
	Brown Swiss	245
£ACI	All	417
£SCI	All	341

This table will be updated following each full UK genetic and genomic evaluation run in April, August and December. Current figures are calculated from December 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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