Quick Reference: Reading Dairy Sire Proofs
Advances in dairy genetic research have created an ever-increasing amount of information for dairy farmers to take into consideration for sire selection. Dairy sire proofs contain a mix of numbers,...
View ArticleImputation genotypes for genomic inbreeding coefficients in Holstein-Friesian...
The purpose of this research was to determine whether or not utilizing a cow’s parents’ genotypes for imputing single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) affected the calculation of genomic inbreeding...
View ArticleDairy Cattle Genetics: Why Correlation Doesn’t Always Imply Causation
Genetics is important in dairy production since it determines cow productivity and health. Farmers often use breeding programs to select features like milk production, fertility, and disease...
View ArticleLactanet and Angus Group Share Beef-On-Dairy Genetic Data
Lactanet is collaborating with Angus Genetics Incorporated (AGI) to share genotyping of Angus bulls from Canada, the U.S., and Australia to assist in beef-on-dairy breeding decisions. This move comes...
View ArticleWhat’s Coming in April 2024 Canadian Genetic Evaluations
With the April 2024 official genetic evaluation release just around the corner, let’s take some time to highlight the exciting new services and updates that are coming. In addition to the usual annual...
View ArticleCanadian Base Change Summary – April 2024
Each year, the genetic base used to express genetic evaluations in Canada is updated in conjunction with the first official release. The definition of each genetic base used is therefore as follows:...
View ArticleEnrico is the new leader on the Switzerland – Sire Proof Central April 2024
We begin today with the first indices arriving from Switzerland. Blakely’s son Swissgen Enrico is the new leader on the Swiss chart, with +1667 ISET. He is followed by the #1 ISET sire of the December...
View ArticleMecanico remains the top NTM – Sire Proof Central April 2024
The Scandinavian nations’ indices (Denmark, Sweden, and Finland) are now accessible online. There have been no changes to the top three with NTM genomics bulls this run. Mecanico remains the top NTM...
View ArticleDiamond Genetics breeds Top 3 PLI Sires – Sire Proof Central April 2024
Diamond Genetics bred the top three with PLI Genomics bulls for the April 24 run. DG Peace leads this list with +908 PLI (+22). He is the Captain son of Paessens Jezebel VG-86-NL, a 2-year-old cow from...
View ArticleNew leader in the Italian gPFT – Sire Proof Central April 2024
Ecbert (s. Gladius) is the new leader in the Italian gPFT genomic (domestic) list, with +5123 gPFT. Alanzo’s son Al.Co.Bia Essence comes in second at +5048 gPFT, while Al.Co.Bia Soproni, a Zingler x...
View ArticleDelta Boyan Tops NVI Lists – SIre Proof Central April 2024
Due to a base adjustment, the breeding values for all bulls having a gNVI breeding value have decreased by roughly 20 NVI points this run. The publishing criteria for the conformation breeding values...
View ArticleReal Syn Tops RZG – Sire Proof Central April 2024
There have been no changes to the top three B&W RZG Interbull Genomic rankings. The B&W RZG Interbull Genomic rating is topped by a Rover son, Real Syn, who has +166 RZG (-5 for RZG)! He is...
View ArticleBeyond HI-Power Tops LPI List – Sire Proof Central April 2024
Beyond HI-Power now leads the Canadian LPI index with +4002 gLPI. He is followed by Kenyon-Hill Ltchwrth Oli, who has +3958 gLPI. The stage concluded with T-Spruce Ethan, the #1 gLPI sire of the...
View ArticleCaptain Holds on to Top gTPI Spot – Sire Proof Central April 2024
Genosource Captain stays at the top of the International GTPI daughterproven ranking, with +3287 GTPI (+34 for GTPI). Gameday comes in second with +3163 GTPI (+125 for GTPI), with Westcoast Lambeau...
View ArticleSire Proof Central April 2024
USA Genosource Captain stays at the top of the International GTPI daughterproven ranking, with +3287 GTPI (+34 for GTPI). Gameday comes in second with +3163 GTPI (+125 for GTPI), with Westcoast Lambeau...
View ArticleSingle-step genetic predictions for US crossbred Holstein-Jersey cattle.
Highlights The number of genotypes of crossbred animals is increasing in US dairy farms. Including crossbred data in genomic evaluations is possible. This study analyzed purebred and crossbred data...
View ArticleHealth Trait Model Updated, Reflecting Data Surge
The most significant change for the April 2, 2024, triannual evaluations is an adjustment in the trait model for six CDCB health evaluations – Resistance to Milk Fever (MFEV), Displaced Abomasum (DA),...
View ArticleReducing Methane Emissions via Genetic Selection in Cattle
Discover how genetic selection in dairy cattle can revolutionize farming and combat climate change by significantly reducing methane emissions. Will you join the change? It’s undeniable; the dairy...
View ArticleEvolution of Selection Indices in US Dairy: An In-depth Study of Traits,...
Explore the evolution of selection indices in dairy farming, their impact on genetic diversity, and how they cater to unique farming needs. Are there too many indices? Find out here. If you’ve ever...
View ArticleHigh Ranking TPI® Genomic Females – July 2024
The July genomic run generated 17 new Holstein females over 3229 GTPI and 1299 Net Merit. Three new ones are over 3.00 on udder composite and plus for fertility index. The post High Ranking TPI®...
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