MateSel stands for Mate Selection — a powerful tool developed by Brian and Sandy Kinghorn, to support structured, data-driven mating decisions. MateSel is used across a range of livestock industries globally and is now increasingly applied in Australian beef breeding, including the Angus breed. 

MateSel takes the hard work out of balancing genetic gain and inbreeding by helping breeders generate an optimised list of suggested and backup matings based on their herd data and specific breeding goals. 

Please note, MateSel is currently only able to operate on windows computers. If you operate a MacOs computer (MacBook or iMac) you will need to consider using tools like Parellels, which allow you to operate windows only software on your MacOs computer. If you are operating a MacOs computer and would like to consider using MateSel, please notify the extension team at Angus Australia at extension@angusaustralia.com.au. We can assist you by providing a demonstration of the tool virtually through a Teams meeting.