Moving a herd towards a defined breeding goal is no small undertaking. Genetic improvement is generally described as a long-term process, even though the gains that are made will beContinue reading “Progression requires some hard questions”
Category Archives: Education
AngusPRO Education Module — 15 March
Welcome to 2024! It’s march already and we thought it was about time we got another Education Module out to you… We have a couple of interesting articles in thisContinue reading “AngusPRO Education Module — 15 March”
Weekly genetics review: Where are we heading with structural soundness?
The topic of structural soundness is frequently raised among beef producers and bull breeders. In the three years I have been writing this genetics column, structure is the subject ofContinue reading “Weekly genetics review: Where are we heading with structural soundness?”
Weekly genetics review: What does your calving pattern tell you?
The timing of calving, as well as the duration of the calving period are often pivotal in the overall efficiency of a typical southern, or more closely-managed northern breeding program.Continue reading “Weekly genetics review: What does your calving pattern tell you?”
World Angus Forum Youth Team Selection
Are you keen on cattle and interested in a life-changing experience to Australia in May 2025? All you have to do to get yourself in the running is head alongContinue reading “World Angus Forum Youth Team Selection”
Weekly genetics review: Longevity & Stayability – is there a difference?
The term, Stayability is a commonly re-occurring theme to emerge every bull selling season. Much of the impetus for these discussions is driven by consultants and advisors who look toContinue reading “Weekly genetics review: Longevity & Stayability – is there a difference?”
Angus CONNECT – Spring 2023
Did you miss the recent Angus CONNECT – Spring 2023 webinar? Don’t worry, you can watch it here. A number of important enhancements will shortly be made to the calculationContinue reading “Angus CONNECT – Spring 2023”
World Angus Evaluation
In conjunction with the American Angus Association® and the Canadian Angus Association, Angus Australia is excited to announce the launch of the World Angus Evaluation. The World Angus Evaluation (WAE)Continue reading “World Angus Evaluation”
AngusPRO Education Module – 25 September
We are well into the yearling bull sales now and we’re seeing results across the board that are reflective of the season and the trying times we find ourselves in as farmers.
Despite this, last week we watched Twin Oaks T019 smash the New Zealand record for a yearling sold at an on farm auction. The Millah Murrah Paratroooper son transferred to MVP Ag for a staggering $41,000. Congratulations to all involved and it’s worth noting the purchase was made online via BIDR.
Making the most from Genomics
Genomic information is becoming an increasingly important component of the analysis of information associated with beef cattle and has increased the accuracy and speed in which this information can beContinue reading “Making the most from Genomics”