Captain fleet grows, grandsons top lists

The Hoard’s Dairyman Bull List with top sire rankings is now available, and once again, lineage that is no stranger to topping the lists continues to maintain their rein. The latest genomic rankings reveal a powerful performance by 551HO6450 Genosource Retrospect-ET, which has claimed the number one position for both Net Merit (NM$) and Cheese Merit (CM$). Boasting a staggering +1291 NM$ and +1310 CM$, Retrospect has edged out his relatives who were previous leaders to become the new benchmark for genomic profitability. Following Retrospect closely is Darth Vader son 551HO6496 St Gen Stuart, holding the number two position at +1262 NM$ and +1294 CM$.

Top five genomic Net Merit sires:

1. Retrospect: +1291

2. Stuart: +1262

3. Darth Vader: +1229

4. Michio: +1219

5. Cobot: +1219

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April 13, 2026

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