As part of the review and updating of the selection indexes that are published within the TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation (TACE), Angus Australia, in association with the Animal Genetics &Continue reading “Research Selection Indexes Overview”
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Angus Australia appoints incoming CEO
Angus Australia President Mr Sam White has announced that Mr Scott Wright will take the reins as the new CEO of Angus Australia, commencing in March 2022. In making thisContinue reading “Angus Australia appoints incoming CEO”
Weekly Genetics Review: Addressing cow reproduction through genetics
Reproductive rate is one of, if not the most significant factor in determining enterprise profitability. Making selection decisions on reproduction is often one of the more challenging undertakings for producers.
Providing ‘Balanced’ Selection Decisions
The selection indexes assist in making “balanced” selection decisions, taking into account the relevant growth, carcase & fertility attributes of each animal to identify animals that are most suitable for use within a particular commercial enterprise.
Understanding Economic Selection Indexes
The economic selection indexes published in the TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation are reported as genetic differences in units of net profit per cow joined ($) for the given selection scenario.
What is a Selection Index?
Selection indexes aid in the selection of animals for use within a breeding program where there are several traits of economic or functional importance by providing an overall “score” of an animal’s genetic value.
How much milk is enough in a beef herd?
Producers often place emphasis on milk as a BREEDPLAN trait when considering a new beef sire. The ability to provide sufficient milk to support calf growth should be part of a producer’s check list.
However, while milk is important, it probably needs to be placed in context to other traits. In particular it is important to consider the impact milk and calf growth has on overall enterprise profitability.
Get the Angus App
The Angus app is a cross-platform mobile application for iOS and Android devices, developed by Angus Australia, to support the angus.tech suite of software. The Angus app allows users toContinue reading “Get the Angus App”
RBVs exclusive to AngusPRO members in New Zealand
AngusPRO members have exclusive access to the Research Breeding Values (RBVs) here in New Zealand which is a big step in the right direction for their breeding programs and theirContinue reading “RBVs exclusive to AngusPRO members in New Zealand”
Weekly Genetics Review: Going in, feet-first
STRUCTURAL assessment should underpin any selection decision producers make on new herd bulls, or when select replacement breeders. Structure is a trait that has moderate to high heritability. As aContinue reading “Weekly Genetics Review: Going in, feet-first”