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	663
	Friesian	218
	Ayrshire	326
	Jersey	296
	Guernsey	1
	Shorthorn	27
	Montbeliarde	230
	Fleckvieh	235
	Brown Swiss	223
£ACI	All	409
£SCI	All	330

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