CRV Fleckvieh bulls deliver strong, balanced performance in latest figures

Two standout additions to the proven lineup – Han Solo and Meriol PS – are drawing attention for their combination of production, health, and functional conformation:

Han Solo – An all-round performer combining decent milk yield and strong component percentages, Han Solo also impresses with fast milking speed, making him an excellent choice for both conventional and robot milking systems. His strong feet & legs ensure long-lasting mobility, while his well-attached, balanced udders support ease of milking and cow longevity.

Meriol PS – A polled sire delivering exceptional milk and protein production. Meriol PS delivers reliable feet & legs for enduring herd performance, along with superior udder conformation and excellent udder health - making him a preferred choice for farmers seeking both productivity and trouble-free cows. He also scores an impressive +9% for CRV Efficiency, adding even more value to his outstanding performance profile.

The CRV Fleckvieh Insire portfolio offers an unmatched range of sires delivering value in milk, beef, and health – providing farmers with flexibility and confidence in their breeding choices. The portfolio includes amongst others the following bulls:

Head is a true triple-purpose leader, combining impressive milk production with strong beef qualities and robust health traits. His balanced genetic profile makes him an ideal choice for farmers aiming for both high-performance dairy cows and valuable beef calves, and his notable +9% CRV Efficiency score further enhances his appeal as a highly productive and profitable sire.

Heimspiel Pp is a heterozygous polled bull excelling in milk and beef production, adding extra frame and muscularity to his daughters. Heimspiel Pp offers strength and capacity without compromising functionality, producing cows that are profitable in both dairy and beef markets.

From a top cow family, Hollandia delivers high milk and component yields, a strong beef index, and exceptional daughter fertility. He transmits both production and reproductive efficiency, ensuring sustainable herd performance – backed by an impressive +10% CRV Efficiency score that underlines his ability to maximize output from feed.

A homozygous polled bull delivering high milk yields with positive protein percentages. Icetiger PP is also a leader in type, with outstanding exterior and udder conformation. Combined with top ratings for daughter fertility and udder health, he offers a complete package for modern dairy farms.

This polled sire is a specialist in milk and beef production, with the added benefit of paternal calving ease and calf vitality. Valencia PS also scores highly for daughter fertility and udder health, making him a versatile and farmer-friendly choice.

Across the portfolio, the trend is clear: +1,000 kg milk, positive or neutral components, and higher beef indexes – ideal for farmers targeting both milk checks and beef premiums.

With 22 of 30 bulls suitable for AMS (robot) milking, CRV offers one of the most automation-friendly Fleckvieh selections in the market. Bull fertility is also a strong point – with a non-return rate averaging 70%, backed by CRV’s strict semen processing standards, ensuring only the highest-quality doses reach customers.

CRV’s breeding program encourages genetic diversity, recommending a broad sire base to minimize inbreeding risk. One-third of the current Insire portfolio are polled bulls (Pp, PS, PP), with this proportion set to grow in response to market demand.

The company also offers a broad range of sexed semen – both female and, for Fleckvieh, male – meeting the growing needs of dairy and beef producers worldwide.

"Our latest results confirm that CRV Fleckvieh sires combine strong production with health and functional traits, giving farmers profitable cows for all systems," said Tobias Lerner, Global Product Manager Fleckvieh. "This balance is the reason our customers keep coming back."