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Trends in Dairy Cattle Breeding and Genetics
The number of tools to develop a productive and profitable dairy herd that is genetically superior continues to grow, writes Dennis Johnson, Dairy Production Systems, WCROC, in this University of Minnesota Dairy Extension report.
The number of tools to develop a productive and profitable dairy herd that is genetically superior continues to grow, writes Dennis Johnson, Dairy Production Systems, WCROC, in this University of Minnesota Dairy Extension report.
Effects of Breeding for RFI in Heifers
With feed costs such a significant portion of beef production, animal scientists at Kansas State University recently finished a study on heifers that were sired by bulls chosen for their genetic residual feed intake (RFI) merit.
With feed costs such a significant portion of beef production, animal scientists at Kansas State University recently finished a study on heifers that were sired by bulls chosen for their genetic residual feed intake (RFI) merit.
Secrets of the Genome: a New Bovine Story
The recent sequencing of the bovine genome has opened a window to a whole new way of perceiving a cow. Soon, it may change the meaning of cattle farms as well, writes Adam Anson, TheCattleSite.
The recent sequencing of the bovine genome has opened a window to a whole new way of perceiving a cow. Soon, it may change the meaning of cattle farms as well, writes Adam Anson, TheCattleSite.
Breeding Season
Manage cows and bulls for maximum conception rate, says this Government of Alberta, Agriculture and Rural Development report.
Manage cows and bulls for maximum conception rate, says this Government of Alberta, Agriculture and Rural Development report.
Beef Cattle Seedstock
Seedstock cattle are breeding cattle typically registered with a breed association. They have documented pedigrees and estimates of genetic merit, such as expected progeny differences, says this Mississippi State University Extension Service repo...
Seedstock cattle are breeding cattle typically registered with a breed association. They have documented pedigrees and estimates of genetic merit, such as expected progeny differences, says this Mississippi State University Extension Service repo...
Cattle Genetics Decoded
The long-awaited day when we can peek inside the "black box" of an animal's genetic make up to help make breeding decisions arrives just a few months from now, writes Blair Murray - Dairy Genetic Improvement/OMAFRA.
The long-awaited day when we can peek inside the "black box" of an animal's genetic make up to help make breeding decisions arrives just a few months from now, writes Blair Murray - Dairy Genetic Improvement/OMAFRA.
High-Density SNP Genotypes for Predicting Genetic Merit of Beef Cattle
Current selection strategies result in annual rates of genetic improvement less than one-quarter of the progress that is theoretically possible if merit could be accurately predicted by breeding age, suggests research - by Dorian Garrick, professor; Rohan...
Current selection strategies result in annual rates of genetic improvement less than one-quarter of the progress that is theoretically possible if merit could be accurately predicted by breeding age, suggests research - by Dorian Garrick, professor; Rohan...
A Biological Revolution in the Name of Profit
Ongoing advances in genetic technology mean that scientists can increasingly understand, identify and link animal traits with their DNA counterparts. Advocates claim that the commercial application of this technology leads to greater economic efficiency,...
Ongoing advances in genetic technology mean that scientists can increasingly understand, identify and link animal traits with their DNA counterparts. Advocates claim that the commercial application of this technology leads to greater economic efficiency,...
Who is in the Bull Pen
When buying bulls, we are really buying packets of DNA, writes Kris Ringwall, Beef Specialist at the North Dakota State University.
When buying bulls, we are really buying packets of DNA, writes Kris Ringwall, Beef Specialist at the North Dakota State University.
Animal Genetic Markets in EU Member States
The EU animal genetics market is important for US exporters. According to a report prepared by Alexis Gough from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Foreign Agricultural Service, the EU is expected to regulate animal cloning in the foreseeable...
The EU animal genetics market is important for US exporters. According to a report prepared by Alexis Gough from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Foreign Agricultural Service, the EU is expected to regulate animal cloning in the foreseeable...
Brave New Farm: GE Food Animals in the USA
Imagine a new kind of food farm. Animals that flourish on infertile lands, eating less, but growing faster. There's no fear of disease, or environmental side affects on these farms and the meat they produce is lean, safe and nutritious. Think of all that...
Imagine a new kind of food farm. Animals that flourish on infertile lands, eating less, but growing faster. There's no fear of disease, or environmental side affects on these farms and the meat they produce is lean, safe and nutritious. Think of all that...
Dairy Crossbreeding: Why and How
There has been renewed interest in dairy crossbreeding as new advantages come to light. Bennet Cassell, Virgina Polytechnic and State University (Virginia Tech) and Jack McAllister, University of Kentucky, explain why producers should consider crossbreeding...
There has been renewed interest in dairy crossbreeding as new advantages come to light. Bennet Cassell, Virgina Polytechnic and State University (Virginia Tech) and Jack McAllister, University of Kentucky, explain why producers should consider crossbreeding...
Animal Cloning and Implications for the Food Chain
This report examines the potential issues involved with cloning animals for commercial industry, prepared for COI, on behalf of their client, The Food Standards Agency.
This report examines the potential issues involved with cloning animals for commercial industry, prepared for COI, on behalf of their client, The Food Standards Agency.
Economic Impact of Artificial Insemination vs. Natural Mating for Beef Cattle Herds
By Dr. John D. Anderson, Extension Professor, Agricultural Economics; and Dr. Justin D. Rhinehart, Assistant Extension Professor, and Dr. Jane A. Parish, Associate Extension/Research Professor, Animal and Dairy Sciences. Published by the Mississippi...
By Dr. John D. Anderson, Extension Professor, Agricultural Economics; and Dr. Justin D. Rhinehart, Assistant Extension Professor, and Dr. Jane A. Parish, Associate Extension/Research Professor, Animal and Dairy Sciences. Published by the Mississippi...
Genetics: Today and Tomorrow
By Scott P. Greiner, Ph.D., Extension Animal Scientist, Livestock Update, VA Tech -At the current time, the beef cattle industry is equipped with more science-based tools for animal selection than ever before.
By Scott P. Greiner, Ph.D., Extension Animal Scientist, Livestock Update, VA Tech -At the current time, the beef cattle industry is equipped with more science-based tools for animal selection than ever before.
