Items Tagged with 'phenotype'
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When commercial cattlemen invest in genomic testing, they are consistently able to select replacement heifers that pass on desirable DNA to their offspring.
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The ongoing debate over EPD vs. phenotype
The value of genotypic and phenotypic data can only be measured when viewed through the proper lens. Breeding bulls and replacement heifers should not be judged the same way market calves are.
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Crossbreeding: The beef industry’s most underutilized tool
Even with a proven track record of success, crossbreeding plans are not as readily implemented on U.S. ranches as you might think. Here’s a quick refresher on how and why it can improve your operation.
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Breaking down the components of pre-breeding exams
While visual evaluations of potential replacement heifers help disqualify those with obvious physical limitations, pre-breeding examinations including pelvic measurements and reproductive tract scoring can clarify exactly where the quality lies.
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Phenotypic data’s critical role in genetic selection
The rise of genomics has given the industry a plethora of information on which to base genetic decision-making. But good, old-fashioned phenotypic selection still plays a significant and important role in genetic progress.
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