Genetics

Results from the Beef + Lamb Genetics’ dairy beef progeny trial (DBPT) builds a compelling case for dairy farmers to use high genetic merit beef bulls across their herds. But how does this benefit finishers?

Sharl Liebergreen goes by the numbers to improve beef genetics.

What genetic change has the New Zealand beef cow herd made and are we improving? Amy Hoogenboom writes.

When selecting bulls, the best way to achieve genetic improvement in offspring is selection based on EBVs or an index, Dorian Garrick writes.

In pursuit of Wiltshire lambs who might have inherited the Myomax lean muscle mass gene, farmer and geneticist Nicola Dennis tells how the family went about the testing process.

Dorian Garrick scopes the range of options for wool off the typical New Zealand sheep farm.

The answer to the problem of drench resistance is simple. Increase the strength of the animals’ immune system to a point where they can cope, Gordon Levet writes.

James Hoban reports on development of sheep with lower methane emissions.

Selecting the right heifer replacements is critical to the future of your beef herd and farm profitability, says beef genetics expert, Amy Hoogenboom. The Zoetis Genetics area manager for beef says ensuring you are utilising all information and tools available helps to stack the deck in your favour. Find out more here.

Farmers often forget that wherever their ram breeder goes, they will go too. Dayanne Almeida writes.