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.
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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.
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”
Weekly Genetics Review: Understanding the long timeframes involved in genetic change in beef
MAKING genetic change is a long-term undertaking in the beef industry. It is easy to appreciate the time associated with choosing a bull and seeing the resulting calves, but theContinue reading “Weekly Genetics Review: Understanding the long timeframes involved in genetic change in beef “
Don’t overlook traits with low heritability
MAKING genetic progress in a beef herd requires attention to a number of areas. Genetic gain is a result of factors that include: The intensity of selection The accuracy ofContinue reading “Don’t overlook traits with low heritability”
Introduction to angus.tech for New Zealand Angus breeders and AngusPRO clients
1st September, 7pm on Angus Australia’s YouTube Channel Angus Australia invites commercial New Zealand Angus breeders and AngusPRO clients to an event showcasing the Angus Australia Database, angus.tech. As we leadContinue reading “Introduction to angus.tech for New Zealand Angus breeders and AngusPRO clients”
AngusPRO Index ($PRO)
The AngusPRO index ($PRO) estimates the genetic differences between animals in net profitability per cow joined in a commercial self replacing herd based in New Zealand that targets the productionContinue reading “AngusPRO Index ($PRO)”
Overview of Next Generation Selection with RBVs
Over the past few weeks, Angus Australia has been highlighting how RBVs take research into the paddock with next generation selection with a series of educational resources. Angus Australia membersContinue reading “Overview of Next Generation Selection with RBVs”