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Bulls gathered, Tested and Sold in One location

- no Traveling Countless Miles to Multiple Herds

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406.322.5597 5 Bull Drive Columbus, MT 59019

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Salers • Simmentalgelbvieh

Red Angus • South DevonMurray Grey • Hereford

Black Angus

September 13 - 24, 2014Red Angus, Gelbvieh & Half of the Angus

October 8 - 18, 2014Remaining Angus, Salers, Simmental, South Devon, Murray Grey, Hereford

1. PRECONDITIONING & WEANING:A. Please begin feeding your bull calves supplemental feed before delivery to MBT.

Having calves that are bunk broke is beneficial, however keep them green. This practice will reduce the stress on your calves allowing them to wean without excessive shrinkage. It has also been demonstrated that calves undergo less stress if vaccinated at least 3-4 weeks prior to weaning and then receive a round of booster vaccine.

B. A calf may be weighed before or at the time of weaning. He should be 160 days of age but not more than 250 days of age at the time the weight is taken. Some breeds will accept weights as early as 120 days of age. If you are creep feeding your calves this summer or if you are creeping some pasture units and not creep feeding other pasture units, please list the creep-fed bulls and their contemporaries on separate field sheets.

C. We have found it a good practice to take weaning weights and give pre-conditioning vaccines in one operation and then put the calves back on the cows. By doing this you have a chance to get your weaning ratios before making the final selection of bulls.

2. ACTUAL BIRTH WEIGHT: A. Please be aware we have a strong buyer resistance to bulls that have an actual birth

weight of 95 lbs or greater. Red Angus buyers prefer calves less than 90 lbs actual birth weight.

3. ENTRY FORM: A. To receive the ultimate benefit from testing, it is recommended to test sire groups.

Sire groups of 5 head are preferable, groups of 3 or 4 are accepted, as well as entries of one or two head.

Awarded to those sale bulls qualifying on performance, semen evaluation and soundness

1. WORLD CHAMPION-PEN OF 3 in breeds with over 80 head on test. The award will be determined on combined average daily gain and weight per day of age. Top 3 bulls from one consignor.

2. SIRE GROUP OF TOP 3 HEAD (from one sire-one herd). The award will be determined by average daily gain and weight per day of age for breeds with greater than 100 head or a combination thereof for breeds with greater than 30 head but less than 100 head.

At Midland we prefer a modified live vaccination program. However, prior to implementing a modified live protocol (calves can only be vaccinated with a modified live if cows are on a modified live program), confirm with your local vet or contact

our feedlot vet, Dr. Bryan Roe at (406) 350-0525. We have listed suggested vaccination programs for modified live or killed depending on your situation.

Midland Bull Test Suggested Herd Health Programs for Calves

Full Fall Weaning Programs - 2 rounds of shotsPre-weaning:

-Bovi-shield Gold 5® (modified live; if cows received Preg Guard or or Bovi-shield Gold 5® pre-breeding)

CattleMaster GOLD FP 5® (killed; BVD, Types 1&2, IBR, PI3, BRSV)-One Shot Ultra® 7 or 8 (Clostridials and Pasturella)-Dectomax® Pour-On (Valbazen® dewormer in fluke areas)

-Weaning: (2nd series of shots)-Bovi-Shield GOLD 5® (modified live) or CattleMaster GOLD FP 5® (killed; BVD, Types 1&2, IBR, PI3, BR SV)-Ultrabac7 / Somubac®

Pre-Weaning Program OnlyPre-Weaning:

-Bovi-shield Gold 5® (modified live) or CattleMaster GOLD FP 5® (killed)-One-Shot Ultra® 7 or 8-Dectomax® Pour-On (Valbazen® in fluke areas)

Midland Bull Test has a proven program that measures the genetic performance potential of an individual, a sire group, or groups within a breed. Consignors are satisfied in knowing that when they bring their bulls to Midland, they will receive the optimum in care, attention, accurate data reporting, and promotion.

MBT has consistently been at the top or have topped the sales across the U.S. We have a large number of repeat sale buyers. We are a family operation dedicated to the improvement of the beef cattle industry and identifying superior performing individuals and lines-within a breed.

Management and performance techniques have been developed and perfected at Midland. We give Midland consignors the benefit of a “total performance” bull development center. Our theory has been to stay out of the “gain” race with other stations.

Our facilities and program were designed and built to emphasise the development of calves into sound, functional bulls. Yet, even with our moderate gain program, Midland has provided numerous trait leaders in the major breed sire summaries. We offer breeders the opportunity to performance test herd sire prospects and progeny groups in an optimum bull test environment.

ELIGIBLE AGES OF BULL TO ENTER TESTRegistered Angus, Red Angus, Salers, Simmental, Gelbvieh, South Devon, Murray Grey, or Hereford Bulls born between: DECEMBER 15, 2013 TO APRIL 15, 2014

Please read the following rules carefully.1. ONLY THE TOP 70%-80% SELL - The top 70%-80% will sell on performance,

determined on average daily gain and 365 day ratio.

2. GENETIC DEFECT CARRIERS - PLEASE TEST SUSPECT GENETIC DEFECT CARRIERS PRIOR TO CONSIGNING BULLS TO MBT. Animals that are known genetic defect carriers will not be eligible for sale. *Includes DDC

3. BREEDING SOUNDNESS EXAM - All sale bulls must successfully pass the MBT BSE - Minimum passing scrotal circumference is 32 cm at 365 days of age.

4. MBT INELIGIBLE BULL - Midland Bull Test reserves the right to remove any bull from the sale the exhibits soundness, structure, or disposition problems.

5. MBT SALE ORDER - The sale order will be determined by Midland Bull Test Index. MBT reserves the right to select or reorder the first 20 - 40 bulls.

Why we recommend a Modified live vaccination program, however it’s not required. 1. Killed viral vaccines require 2 doses, not 3-4 months apart but 3-4 weeks apart.2. Killed viral vaccines provide slower response times than MLV.3. Killed vaccines do a poor job stimulating cell mediated responses, critical for IBR, BRSV and PI3 protection, whereas MLV vaccines will stimulate both CMI and humoral responses.

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1. NURSING RATIO: NR is capped at 115. If actual NR is higher, 115 will still be used in MBT index calculations, however actual NR will be listed. (For ET and twin calves, we use Dam’s average NR in calculations.)

2 . BIRTH WEIGHT GROUPS: - Breeds with over 40 head on test will be split into Birth Weight Groups

A. ANGUS BREEDERS: The bulls that are +1.8 and less for birth weight EPD and a birth weight of 84 lbs and under, will be indexed separately from the Angus bulls that are above +1.8 for birth weight EPD or above 85 lbs. actual BW.

B. RED ANGUS BREEDERS: The bulls that are -1.0 and less for birth weight EPD and a birth weight of 84 lbs and under will be indexed separately from the Red Angus bulls that are above -1.0 for birth weight EPD or above 85 lbs. actual BW.

C. SALERS BREEDERS: The bulls that 7/8% PB and greater will be indexed separate from bulls that are less than 7/8 % PB. If there are fewer than 30 bulls that meet this criteria the break will move from 7/8% PB to 3/4% PB. Groups will then be split at breed average birth weight and BW EPD.

D. GELBVIEH, SIMMENTAL, HEREFORD, MURRAY GREY AND SOUTH DEVON BREEDERS: The bulls will be split at breed average birth weight and BW EPD.

Awarded to those sale bulls qualifying on performance, semen evaluation and soundness

1. MBT FIELD SHEET - Please send a completed MBT field sheet with your bulls when they are delivered. The form includes weaning weight and date, calculated 205 day weight and nursing ratio. We accept the nursing data calculations using B.I.F formulas and guidelines from respective breed organizations.

MBT Field Sheet is available by email, fillable online form or by U.S. Mail upon request.

2. HEALTH CERTIFICATES – BRAND INSPECTIONS – TRANSPORTATION - INSURANCE - EIDS

A. HEALTH CERTIFICATES – Out of State consignors are required to have a valid health certificate and valid permit number before bulls will be accepted at MBT. Please have your Veterinarian obtain a Montana Entry Permit Number by calling the Montana Animal Health Division @ (406) 444-2976 these documents must accompany your livestock in transit.

B. BRAND INSPECTIONS – All bulls are required to have a valid brand inspection upon delivery to MBT with 2 exceptions 1- Bulls are in county (Stillwater County) 2 – Your state is a no brand state.

C. TRANSPORTATION – MBT will be sending trucks to CENTRAL LOADING POINTS throughout the US. Please be in contact with MBT as soon as possible if we can help you with transport of your bulls to MBT.

D. INSURANCE – Livestock insurance is available through American Livestock Insurance Company. If you are interested please contact MBT and we will put you in contact with an agent.

E. EID – All EIDs inserted must be HDX Half Duplex for compatibility.

3. ENTRY FEE – The MBT entry fee is $175 per head, payable when the animal(s) are delivered unless other arrangements are made. Breeders will receive a cost accounting every 30 days. Invoices are due monthly and unpaid balances are subject to finance charges. Unpaid balances will be deducted from the sale proceeds.

4. APPROXIMATE EXPENSES – The following is a breakdown of expenses on a per/head basis:

(1) Entry Fee $175

(2) Feed, Bedding, Medicine, Ultrasound, Semen Test have been running about $500.

(3) GrowSafe Feed Efficiency Test $70

(4) Marketing and Sale expenses have been running about $300 per head and 5.25% sales commission and 5.75% on Angus

These prices are estimates – all expenses are billed at a prorated per head basis.

ALL BULLS ON TEST AT MBT WILL BE INCLUDED IN THE GROWSAFE FEED EFFICIENCY TEST.

5. BULL SALE PROCEEDS – Sale proceeds will be disbursed once the animal(s) have been paid for. All outstanding balances will be deducted from the final proceeds check.

2. SIRE GROUP OF TOP 3 HEAD (from one sire-one herd). The award will be determined by average daily gain and weight per day of age for breeds with greater than 100 head or a combination thereof for breeds with greater than 30 head but less than 100 head.

3. INDIVIDUALS WITHIN A BREED. Determination will be made on average daily gain and weight per day of age for breeds with greater than 100 head or a combination thereof for breeds with greater than 30 head but less than 100 head.

4. HIGH EFFICIENCY BULL IN EACH BREED. A minimum of 30 head in each breed will need to complete the Growsafe Feed Efficiency Test.

At Midland we prefer a modified live vaccination program. However, prior to implementing a modified live protocol (calves can only be vaccinated with a modified live if cows are on a modified live program), confirm with your local vet or contact

our feedlot vet, Dr. Bryan Roe at (406) 350-0525. We have listed suggested vaccination programs for modified live or killed depending on your situation.

Midland Bull Test Suggested Herd Health Programs for Calves

Zoetis Suggested Cow ProgramSpring Pre-Breeding Program

-PregGuard GOLD FP 10® or Bovi-shield GOLD® (modified live)-Dectomax® Pour-On (Valbazen® in fluke areas)

Post-Breeding or Fall Program-CattleMaster GOLD FP 5® + L5 and Vibrin®-Dectomax® Pour-On (Valbazen® in fluke areas)

Highly Suggested to Vaccinate for the Following:1. Blackleg, Malignant Edema, Enterotoxemia and Perfringens - 7 or 8 way.2. I.B.R. and P13-BRSV-B.V.D.3. Treat for grubs and worms if possible.4. Haemophilus and Pasteurella.

To minimize stress on your calves, please do not vaccinate in the

week prior to coming to Midland.Why we recommend a Modified live vaccination program, however it’s not required. 1. Killed viral vaccines require 2 doses, not 3-4 months apart but 3-4 weeks apart.2. Killed viral vaccines provide slower response times than MLV.3. Killed vaccines do a poor job stimulating cell mediated responses, critical for IBR, BRSV and PI3 protection, whereas MLV vaccines will stimulate both CMI and humoral responses.

5 Bull Drive • Columbus, MT 59019

SALE AND TEST LOCATION Access off I-90

At Columbus, 6 Miles East on Old Highway 10At Park City, 12 Miles West on Old Highway 10

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Bulls Born Between December 15th, 2013 to April 15th 2014

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Receiving Red Angus, Gelbvieh, Half the Angus

RECEIVING DATES: September 13-24, 2014Bulls may come earlier with advance notice.

1Receiving Salers, Simmental, South Devon,

Murray Grey, Hereford, Half the Angus

RECEIVING DATES: October 8-18, 2014Bulls may come earlier with advance notice

22014 - 2015

March 31st Preview of Programs & Bulls

April 1st Salers • Simmental • Gelbvieh

April 2nd Red Angus • South Devon Murray Grey • Hereford

April 3rd Angus

• 1,200 square feet per animal

• Water, feed and shelter design that dictates bulls travel around

• Daily care by our family members and crew

• Fresh feed, mixed daily so daily rations are controlled by us

• A proven marketing system that continues to forge ahead with new concepts and ideas

• Modern sale facilities

• All consignments are efficiency, ultrasound, fertility and BVD/PI tested - DNA testing optional