Always keep in mind that the more traits we select for, the less progress we will make in any one trait. Selecting A Seedstock Producer Serious bull buyers know from whom they are purchasing. They have developed a respectful relationship with the registered producer and the two parties trust each other. I know from years of personal experience that even the best bred and highest performing bulls can develop problems and become a disappointment. The bull business is a retail business and the seedstock producer exists only to serve the commercial cattleman.
Reputation means everything when selling bulls.
On the other hand, if your bull supplier always stands behind his product and immediately delivers to you a satisfactory replacement, then you become his best advertisement. You will start bragging about him and folks will beat a path to his door. The commercial cattlemen who consistently produces top feeder cattle has taken the time to travel and visit the purebred breeders and see first-hand the way the cattle are managed. Seek out breeders who raise cattle under conditions similar to your ranch. If you can't find suitable bulls in Florida, then find breeders who share your philosophy of management and who know their cattle.