THE STABILIZER® ADVANTAGE

The Stabilizer® breed represents a scientifically designed multi-breed composite developed through over 30 years of research at the Meat Animal Research Centre in Clay Centre, Nebraska. Originally formulated with 25% contribution from four breeds—Angus, Hereford, Simmental and Gelbvieh—the Stabilizer® effectively combines the superior fleshing ability, marbling, and moderate frame size of British breeds with the enhanced muscle, milk production, and growth potential of European breeds.

As a four-breed composite, Stabilizer® cattle retain 75% of the F1 hybrid vigor, translating to females that wean 23% more weight over their productive lifespan compared to purebred counterparts. These cattle are polled, available in black or red, and have demonstrated adaptability across diverse environments throughout Australia, New Zealand, USA, South America, and the UK.

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STABILIZER BULLS

Average $Profit: $16,378 (+82% over global average)

Top Performer: T63 at $28,674

Breed Average Reference: $8,998

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ANGUS BULLS

Average $Profit: $18,798 (+102% over global average)

Top Performer: T65 at $24,450

Breed Average Reference: $9,323​

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FEATURED SIRES​

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CLUNES CROSSING DUSTY M13

Dusty QMUM13 stands as the benchmark for high-performance Angus genetics, excelling across all economically relevant traits. Currently ranked as the #3 PROVEN Angus sire for Australian Breeding Index, Dusty offers a rare combination of calving ease, exceptional growth, moderate mature cow weights, and superior carcass traits. This unique genetic profile makes him one of the most valuable Angus sires available globally. At Harper Cattle Company, Dusty serves as a key reference sire across both our purebred Angus and Stabilizer breeding programs.

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VISIONARY N29

N29 presents a distinctive genetic profile featuring moderate mature cow weight paired with exceptionally high intramuscular fat percentage. His introduction to our Stabilizer herd has yielded impressive results in progeny that combine balanced performance data with outstanding docility and phenotypic appeal. His sons are currently undergoing feed efficiency testing in New Zealand, with results expected to further validate his genetic merit. Harper Cattle Company utilizes N29 to enhance marbling while maintaining efficient, moderate-framed females.

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TEXAS NO REGRETS N046

Selected specifically to complement Harper Cattle Company's genetic foundation, N046 brings pedigree diversity while excelling in short gestation length, exceptional muscling, and superior docility (top 1%). This sire enhances our commitment to feed efficiency, ranking in the top 1% for Net Feed Intake (NFI). His genetic profile makes him particularly valuable for programs focused on producing efficient, easy-calving cattle with superior carcass

characteristics.

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LEACHMAN ACCELERATE X166E

Accelerate represents a truly unique genetic package, combining exceptional calving ease with outstanding growth and superior carcass merit. His progeny demonstrate exceptional docility, and his feed efficiency is remarkable with a low intake measurement of -45. This balanced trait profile contributes to his impressive $28,000 $Profit Index value. His distinctive breed composition enhances long-term heterosis retention in many breeding programs, potentially explaining his unique genetic profile. At Harper Cattle Company, we've found Accelerate sons work exceptionally well over heifers, offering calving ease without sacrificing performance.

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LEACHMAN KICK OFF

Kick Off exemplifies our commitment to balanced trait selection with exceptional performance in both maternal and terminal traits. His progeny demonstrate superior feed efficiency combined with excellent growth rates, making them ideal for operations focused on maximizing profitability through resource optimization. Kick Off's genetic profile enhances structural soundness and longevity while maintaining calving ease. At Harper Cattle Company, we value his contribution to our breeding program for his ability to produce females with outstanding reproductive efficiency and steers that excel in feedlot performance.

 

LEACHMAN JUDICIAL

Judicial stands out in our sire lineup for his exceptional combination of calving ease and growth performance. His genetic profile delivers progeny with superior muscling and feed conversion efficiency while maintaining moderate mature weights. Harper Cattle Company utilizes Judicial primarily for his ability to produce replacement females with excellent longevity and reproductive efficiency, along with market steers that grade exceptionally well. His balanced trait profile makes him particularly valuable for operations targeting premium markets while controlling production costs.

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LEACHMAN SAVANNAH

Savannah represents the ideal balance of maternal excellence and terminal performance in our Stabilizer program. His genetic profile emphasizes moderate birth weights, superior milk production, and excellent feed efficiency, making his daughters exceptional producers in varied environments. Progeny exhibit outstanding growth performance combined with superior carcass characteristics, particularly in ribeye area and marbling. Harper Cattle Company values Savannah for his ability to produce cattle that perform efficiently across diverse production systems while delivering carcasses that consistently achieve premium grades.