CSU Catalog 2019

Our Program’s Areas of Focus

Colorado State University has operated a campus-based seedstock cow herd, including registered Hereford and Angus cattle, for more than 110 years. Over time, this program has maintained its focus on basic principles of profitable cow-calf production. Through our seedstock program, we aim to supply cow-calf producers with bulls that provide our customers with: 1) Moderate frames, fleshing ability, maternal traits and reasonable milk production.

HEALTH – Health certificates will be furnished on each lot and out-of-state transport clearance will be obtained. TERMS – Terms of the sale are cash or check at the conclusion of the sale. The management will settle any bid disputes. Announcements made on sale day will take precedence over printed material. GUARANTEE – All bulls have passed a breeding soundness exam administered by Colorado State University’s Veterinary Teaching Hospital. LIABILITY – Cattle will be taken care of for a reasonable length of time at the buyer’s risk. Cattle will be held for 14 days without Colorado State University Terms of Sale 8) Great students – although last on this list, our No. 1 priority at CSU is to produce top-notch graduates who are well educated in the principles of profitable beef cattle production. We want them to learn via hands-on experiences (like the Seedstock Team and annual bull sale) to help them to become future beef industry leaders. 2) Curve-bending growth – Above breed average for growth while below breed average for calving ease and birth weight. 3) Built-in calving ease – We want our customers to have live calves at birth. Percent calf crop (number of calves weaned versus number of cows exposed) is the No. 1 factor influencing cow-calf income. 4) Good dispositions – The safety of our students (and customers) around these cattle is a priority. 5) Age-advantaged bulls – Older bulls (22-months) are lower risk and can breed more cows per season. 6) Access to accurate, objective data – We provide buyers (and our students) with high-quality data • Pulmonary Arterial Pressure (PAP) – All bulls were PAP tested at 7,500-ft., by Dr. Tim Holt. • Genomically enhanced EPDs – To improve EPD accuracy, all bulls were evaluated by GeneSeek®, who generously provided CSU with financial support for this testing. • Feed efficiency – All bulls were individually tested in our Feed Intake Unit (GrowSafe). • Ultrasound scans – Yearling bulls were evaluated for marbling and ribeye area traits. • Fertility and disease – All bulls had a breeding soundness exam (BSE), trichomoniasis test (required of older bulls) and BVD-PI test conducted by the CSU Veterinary School. 7) Great customer service – Beyond supplying premium genetics, we are also dedicated to providing high-quality service. We seek long-term working relationships with our buyers.

cost to buyer. Death or injury after the animal is sold is at the buyer’s risk. Anyone attending this sale attends at his or her own risk. DELIVERY – Delivery will be the responsibility of the buyers. CSU will assist buyers in making delivery arrangements. Please contact us after the sale if trucking is desired. ABSENTEE BIDS – Bids can be phoned in prior to sale day to Dr. Jason Ahola (970) 491-3312, or on sale day to Dr. David Schafer (970) 821-5504. SUPPLEMENTARY DATA – Information on all bulls, including PAP scores, will be available sale day. RETAINED SEMEN INTEREST – CSU is retaining a ½ semen revenue interest on all bulls, unless otherwise announced, so that CSU can sample some of the bulls in the sale. The buyer will have full and immediate possession of the bull, 100% salvage value, and ½ interest in future semen sales. The retained semen-only interest, which is a royalty interest that entitles CSU to ½ of the revenues of any future semen sales, will be owned by CSU and will include the right to collect semen on the bull at CSU’s expense and the buyer’s convenience.

Sale Location Map

For the most up-to-date information on the sale, go to

www.csubulls.com Sale day phone (970) 821-5504

Sale Location Map

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CSU Bulls & Heifers

Sale Facility Sale location: 4482 East County Road 56, Fort Collins, 80524