Genetics
Genomic evaluations become increasingly useful when planning your future herd. Collaborating industry partners make these evaluations possible.
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Developing genetic, management tools to improve hoof health
Research from the Council on Dairy Cattle Breeding and the University of Minnesota is identifying and recording hoof health traits on farms to establish a data pipeline that can result in U.S. genetic evaluations and improved herd management tools.
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Combining immune response with disease traits for maximum disease reduction
Selecting for optimal health traits to accompany an immune response can aid in your herd's health.
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Beef embryos offer an effective gateway into beef-on-dairy industry trend
Beef embryos offer the advantage of producing a highly desirable product with more value than traditional dairy calves.
When it comes to selection indexes, there is no one size fits all
Selection indexes are a preferred method to breed for multiple traits, especially when their use aligns with a farm's breeding goals.
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Red cows and the colored shavings: Arizona Dairy Company
Arizona Dairy Company is committed to producing genomically sound animals in and out of the show ring.
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Beef-on-dairy research provides insight to carcass value and consumer acceptance
Research shows beef-on-dairy calves have improved eating quality, meat color stability and carcass yield when compared to traditional dairy animals.
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Genetics vs. your milk check
Genetics heavily influence your milk production and in turn, influence your milk check.
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Dairy cattle breed associations: Honoring the past while looking to the future
Each of the seven recognized dairy cattle breeds in the U.S. is supported by a breed association through member resources, recordkeeping, classification services, leadership, scholarships and establishing a community for breeders.
Beef-on-dairy calves cause supply chain problems
The downward swing in national cattle numbers means that, for now, processors will continue to source dairy crossbred cattle. They will tolerate the liver and reduced yield issues. But it will be at a price.
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