To increase the impact of recording within the UK’s main terminal sire breeds a new data analysis service was developed in 2004. ‘Whole Breed Analyses’ incorporate data from both Sire Reference Schemes and Within Flock recording breeders into a single analysis for the breed, making it easier for potential ram buyers to select the right recorded rams. Breeders will still be encouraged to generate genetic linkage to other recording flocks to ensure that accurate across flock comparisons can be made, but the new service also provides greater flexibility, enabling smaller flocks to actively participate in performance recording.