Genetics Overview

2025-2026 TAEP Application A

50% Cost Share – Maximum Reimbursement - $3,000*

*December 2025 – cost share maximum increased from $2,000 to $3,000

The amount of payment is based upon 50% of expenses incurred for eligible program items up to the program maximum. Genetics reimbursements will be based on maximum allowed per eligible item.
Genetics items below can be combined for a maximum reimbursement of $3,000.

Buyer must communicate with the seller prior to purchasing to ensure the Genetics purchases meet all TAEP eligibility requirements.

Genetics purchases that do not meet all eligibility requirements between October 1, 2025 and date of purchase will be denied cost share reimbursement.

Applicant Responsibility

It is the applicant’s responsibility to review all TAEP program requirements prior to applying for cost share. Applicant must qualify for program selected at time of application to be considered for approval.

Applicant Eligibility
Educational Requirements
Reimbursement Requirements
Verification Requirements
Applying for TAEP

Genetics – Cattle – Bulls & AI Semen

TAEP Bull Purchase Reimbursement Tool
The TAEP Bull Purchase Reimbursement Tool is an online aid to help in determining a bull’s EPD, Index, & Accuracy qualification and potential TAEP reimbursement amount. This tool is provided by the UT Department of Animal Science and TAEP. The TAEP Bull Purchase Reimbursement Tool webpage also features a “Helpful Links” section which includes links for TDA, UT Extension, and UT Publications (including Suggested Values).

Genetics – Cattle – Bred Beef Heifers

Genetics – Goats/Sheep – Bucks, Rams & AI Semen

Genetics – Goats/Sheep – Does & Ewes