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New genomic leaders in April's proofs

The April 2024 genetic evaluations were released this week, and the newest Hoard’s Dairyman Bull List is now available.

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Health traits updated, reflecting data surge

New genetic evaluations will be available April 2, 2024, with the Council on Dairy Cattle Breeding (CDCB) publishing updates for 50 traits and four selection indices on 82 million dairy animals.

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Dairy cattle genomics quietly improving sustainability

U.S. dairy producers are increasingly leveraging science's power to optimize the genetic potential of their herd for milk production, animal health and operational efficiency. Since genomic testing became commercially available

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Genomics is enhancing dairy sustainability

As food producers, processors, marketers, distributors, and consumers look to effectively manage their environmental footprint and social impact, the sustainability of the entire dairy industry is under examination.

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Muscle weakness is official

Beginning in February, Holstein Association USA will officially recognize early onset muscle weakness syndrome as a genetic condition in the breed.

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Are you managing for the cow of today? - High Plains Journal

The dairy industry’s “perfect cow” has changed dramatically over the past 40 years. Advancements in genetics, management practices and data collection have shaped the cow of today into a high-performing athlete, making more milk than ever with fewer resources.

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Updates abound in December evaluations

This month’s tri-annual genetic evaluations have been released, and they feature important updates for both the industry at large and individual breeds.

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Imputation updates new genetic evaluations

This week, the Council on Dairy Cattle Breeding (CDCB) published updated genetic evaluations for 50 traits and four selection indexes for more than 81.5 million dairy animals.

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What is a haplotype call?

In the U.S. dairy genetic evaluations that will be published on Tuesday, December 5, three changes have been implemented — all involving the use of haplotypes.

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Holstein Association USA provides Early Onset Muscle Weakness Syndrome update

Comments from breeders and scientific researchers to be collected after haplotypes released.

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