Articles Tagged with ''phenotype''
Breeding stock selections can be made using more than a handful of methods. While genomics, EPDs, indexes and genetic testing dominate many of these decisions, other, often ignored or unknown practices, are still relied on. Can these methods work together?
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Defining efficiency: BIF Symposium offers ideas, potential solutions to genetic questions
The Beef Improvement Federation held its annual symposium in June. Several speakers focused on the importance of moderation and environment-specific attention to detail in genetic selection.
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Breeding the optimal cow for your environment
Genetic potential can vary across different environments. Giving your cattle the best chance to succeed where they are can make all the difference in maximizing that potential.
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The truth about genomic prediction every rancher should know
When commercial cattlemen invest in genomic testing, they are consistently able to select replacement heifers that pass on desirable DNA to their offspring.
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The ongoing debate over EPD vs. phenotype
The value of genotypic and phenotypic data can only be measured when viewed through the proper lens. Breeding bulls and replacement heifers should not be judged the same way market calves are.
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Crossbreeding: The beef industry’s most underutilized tool
Even with a proven track record of success, crossbreeding plans are not as readily implemented on U.S. ranches as you might think. Here’s a quick refresher on how and why it can improve your operation.
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Breaking down the components of pre-breeding exams
While visual evaluations of potential replacement heifers help disqualify those with obvious physical limitations, pre-breeding examinations including pelvic measurements and reproductive tract scoring can clarify exactly where the quality lies.
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Phenotypic data’s critical role in genetic selection
The rise of genomics has given the industry a plethora of information on which to base genetic decision-making. But good, old-fashioned phenotypic selection still plays a significant and important role in genetic progress.
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