Genetics
The proven formula for meat quality
AgResearch scientists urge breeders to genotype, measure, and select for faster genetic progress through more accurate breeding values. Words GenomNZ.
Romani doubles down on robust genetics
The past few years has seen Ross and Ruth Richards work hard on diversifying from their proven Romani Coopworth genetics as they recognise shifts in their clients’ commercial needs. Words Richard Rennie.
Genetic tools under-utilised by sheep industry
Dr Jason Archer, Head of Genetics at Beef + Lamb New Zealand, believes the sheep industry is under-utilising the transformative power of genetic tools to speed up genetic progress. Words Sandra Taylor.
NZ Sheep Industry’s 30-Year Report Card
Since 1995, Beef + Lamb New Zealand has been recording the sheep industry’s genetic progress through its national genetic evaluation (the NZGE) and results over the last three decades highlight how impressive this progress has been. Words Sandra Taylor.
Push-back against drench resistance
Using a targeted genetic line that balances production and worm resistance, WormFEC Gold ram breeders have been working to reduce New Zealand farmers’ reliance on chemical drench – one generation at a time. Words Sarah Perriam-Lampp.
Your farm’s starting XV
Buying a ram team has lots of similarities to picking a winning All Blacks squad, says neXtgen Agri International CEO Dr Mark Ferguson.
What’s your approach to culling ewes?
Massey University Professor Anne Ridler and Otago-based Farm Consultant Peter Young urge farmers to take the time to make more considered decisions when culling ewes as it could pay dividends. Words Sandra Taylor.