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? A recent report summarised the findings of a whole-farm modelling process where the progeny of the highest ranked beef bulls...
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Sharl Liebergreen goes by the numbers to improve beef genetics. I’m a numbers guy, mostly....
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What genetic change has the New Zealand beef cow herd made and are we improving?...
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When selecting bulls, the best way to achieve genetic improvement in offspring is selection based on...
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With a lengthy background in genetic improvements, Ken Geenty reports on progress so far. Genetic...
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In pursuit of Wiltshire lambs who might have inherited the Myomax lean muscle mass gene,...
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Dorian Garrick scopes the range of options for wool off the typical New Zealand sheep...
The answer to the problem of drench resistance is simple. Increase the strength of the...
James Hoban reports on development of sheep with lower methane emissions. Low methane-emitting sheep are...
Selecting the right heifer replacements is critical to the future of your beef herd and...
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