Bullseye May 2014

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Is there any better time than April to launch a breed leading bull who carries the name of a hockey hero? Blondin Careyprice is a Goldwyn son from Regancrest S Celebrity EX-94 13* bred by the passionate Habs fans at Ferme Blondin who bestowed him the name of the rookie Canadiens netminder back in 2009. Is it merely a coincidence that this bull’s star power has been increasing rapidly since the fall, when a daughter from his 1st crop made him the one to watch as she was special enough to show at the Royal and display in the Semex Walk of Fame months before her sire would get a proof; while simultaneously Carey Price was becoming a national superstar having his best NHL season ever and leading Team Canada to a gold medal at the 2014 Olympics?

While Goldwyn x Shottle is known as a magic cross, some may think it’s a bit late for a Goldwyn son, but let us remind you that it’s been shown repeatedly that a bull’s best sons often arrive near the end of his career when we know precisely how to mate him. At 2847 GLPI, Careyprice debuts as our #1 Goldwyn son, and is extremely reliable for a new release sire at 89%.

Careyprice delivers the production bred into his maternal line through Shottle and Champion (Cinderella EX-92-2E-US) along with the stylish type that Goldwyn and the Barbie family are famous for. With 1222 kg milk and impressive deviations for fat and protein, he’s the third best production bull on our proven list. His +12 conformation rating is highlighted by silky mammary systems (+11 texture) and tremendous feet and legs with a 9 for set of rear legs and foot angle. If you’re looking to add some strength and depth to your line-up, Careyprice is also your pick, with 7 for chest width, 9 for body depth and 13 for angularity. Just like his namesake, his best performance takes place in the crease, with a +15 for median suspensory ligament. He also offers good milking temperament and impressive somatic cell improvement (2.75), though could use protection for daughter fertility and isn’t recommended for use on heifers.

With the Canadiens being the team to carry the nation’s hopes for the Cup this spring, we suggest that everytime #31 makes a save, thereby getting his team one step closer to their ultimate goal, you consider backing your herd’s breeding program with the reliable celebrity – Blondin CAREYPRICE.