Registry & Genetics
Accurate records. Confident genetic decisions.
Total Herd Enrollment, DNA verification and EPDs work together to give Canadian Simmental breeders defensible performance data.
Program
Total Herd Enrollment
Whole-herd reporting keeps contemporary groups complete and improves EPD accuracy. Enrolled herds report every cow every year.
Program
EPDs, in plain language
Expected Progeny Differences compare an animal's genetic merit. Accuracy grows as more data on the animal and relatives is reported.
Program
DNA submission
Parentage verification is standard for AI and ET progeny. Genomic profiling adds density to EPD predictions on young animals.
Workflow
Four steps from calf to certificate.
- 01Enroll or update membershipEnsure membership is current before submitting registrations or transfers.
- 02Report performance dataTHE herds report all cows annually. Non-THE members submit individual records.
- 03Collect and submit DNAUse approved hair or blood collection kits and follow submission instructions.
- 04Register or transferSubmit online or by form. CSA staff review and issue certificates.
Documents
Registry forms by group
THE
Open all →- THE InstructionsPDF · 2024-11-02
Non-THE
Open all →- Fee SchedulePDF · 2025-01-08
- Animal Registration FormPDF · 2024-09-14
- Membership ApplicationPDF · 2025-01-08
DNA
Open all →- DNA RequirementsPDF · 2025-02-18
- Hair Collection GuidelinesPDF · 2024-08-04
- Blood Collection GuidelinesPDF · 2024-08-04
Miscellaneous
Open all →- CSA BylawsPDF · 2025-03-12
- Performance HandbookPDF · 2024-06-21
- Breeder GuidelinesPDF · 2024-10-01
