The NEW Interim genomic predictions are reported as deciles, using an intuitive 0 – 100 scoring system (10,20,30,40,50,60,70,80,90,100). Higher values identify animals carrying genetics that will produce “more” for most traits, which may or may not be preferred, subject to the production system.

For example, a steer with a Carcass Weight genomic prediction of 80 would be expected to have a heavier Carcass Weight (kg) than a steer, particularly from the same cohort, with a Carcass Weight genomic prediction of 30, all other things being equal. Similarly, higher MSA Marbling genetic predictions indicate the animal is expected to produce a carcase that is more likely to have a higher marbling score.

A description of each of the traits by group is listed in Table 1.