Business Details
27 Years
experience
Trusted Bull Performance Testing Services in Nevada, MO
Green Springs Bull Test, established in 1999, is a privately owned facility dedicated to advancing cattle genetics through rigorous performance testing. Our mission is to provide breeders with data-driven insights to improve herd efficiency and profitability. Utilizing GrowSafe Technology, we monitor individual feed efficiency, growth metrics, and breeding soundness, ensuring only the highest-quality bulls pass our tests. With over 25 years of experience, we specialize in helping producers optimize genetic potential while reducing feed costs through residual feed intake analysis.Our team, led by owner-manager Kent Abele, hosts biannual bull sales featuring performance-tested livestock, offering clients actionable data to enhance sustainability and market competitiveness. We prioritize transparency, scientific rigor, and client education, positioning ourselves as leaders in agricultural innovation.
Services
Bull performance testing
Feed efficiency analysis
Genetic data reporting
Breeding soundness exams
Biannual bull sales
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We utilize GrowSafe Technology for precise feed efficiency monitoring.
- Our 25+ years of experience ensure expert bull performance analysis.
- We provide comprehensive data on average daily gain and breeding soundness.
- Biannual bull sales feature genetics tested for sustainability and profitability.
- We offer actionable insights to reduce feed costs and improve herd efficiency.
Associations and certifications
- GrowSafe Technology
What people say
Scientific rigor
Actionable data
Expert staff
Efficiency improvements
Reliable sales
Services
Bull Performance Testing
Our bull performance testing evaluates growth metrics, feed efficiency, and genetic potential using advanced GrowSafe Technology. Bulls undergo 120-day tests measuring average daily gain, residual feed intake, and breeding soundness. This data helps breeders select high-efficiency livestock to reduce feed costs and improve herd profitability through scientifically validated metrics.
Feed Efficiency Analysis
Feed efficiency analysis tracks individual bull consumption patterns via GrowSafe Technology, calculating residual feed intake to identify animals requiring 12-15% less feed. This service provides actionable data to optimize herd sustainability, reduce operational costs, and meet evolving market demands for resource-efficient cattle genetics.
Breeding Soundness Exams
Breeding soundness exams assess scrotal circumference, semen quality, and pelvic measurements to ensure bulls meet reproductive standards. Combined with ultrasound data on ribeye area and backfat, this service guarantees clients receive genetically superior, fertile livestock for long-term herd improvement.
Biannual Bull Sales
We host biannual bull sales in March and November featuring performance-tested livestock. Each bull comes with detailed data on growth metrics, feed efficiency, and genetic lineage, enabling buyers to make informed decisions. Sales include complimentary events like coffee hours and lunches to foster industry networking.
Genetic Data Reporting
Genetic data reporting delivers comprehensive insights into weight per day of age, ultrasound metrics, and EPD values. This service empowers breeders to track genetic progress across generations, validate sire performance, and demonstrate sustainability through measurable efficiency improvements.
People
Kent Abele
Owner/Manager
Kent Abele, owner-manager of Green Springs Bull Test since 1999, specializes in cattle genetics and feed efficiency. With decades of hands-on experience, he pioneered GrowSafe Technology integration to improve herd sustainability and profitability for clients.
Kathy Abele
Co-Owner
Kathy Abele collaborates in managing Green Springs Bull Test, supporting operations and client relations. Her contributions ensure smooth execution of biannual bull sales and day-to-day facility management in Southwest Missouri.
Questions
What services does Green Springs Bull Test offer?
We provide bull performance testing, feed efficiency analysis, breeding soundness exams, and biannual livestock sales using GrowSafe Technology.
How does GrowSafe Technology benefit cattle breeders?
GrowSafe monitors individual feed intake, enabling precise residual feed intake calculations to identify bulls requiring 12-15% less feed.
When are your bull sales held?
Sales occur biannually in March and November at the 3 Cedars Event Center in Nevada, Missouri.
What data do you provide for tested bulls?
We report average daily gain, residual feed intake, ultrasound metrics, breeding soundness results, and genetic lineage.
How can I consign bulls for testing?
Contact Kent Abele at 417.448.7416 to reserve space for weaned calves in our 120-day performance tests.
