http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/genetics RSS Feed for Genetics en-us Tue, 02 Apr 2013 20:34:06 GMT http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/genetics/AgSource-Genetic-Selection-Guide-accelerates-herd-improvement-200934271.html With the availability of sexed semen, genomically proven cows and bulls, and the increased value of beef animals, producers have more choices to make in managing dairy genetics than ever before. http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/genetics/The-value-of-a-herd-mating-program-191995081.html There are several reasons why a dairy producer might decide to utilize a herd mating program, inbreeding management being just one of them. http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/genetics/Cow-of-the-Future-Breeding-for-reduced-methane-output-possible-184831901.html Careful breeding could result in an 11-26 percent reduction in methane emissions from dairy cows. http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/genetics/Drought-increases-importance-of-selection-decisions-185445382.html Genetic technologies, used early in an animal’s life, are important tools that can help you manage feed costs and assure genetic progress for future profitability. http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/genetics/Upcoming-webinar-on-genomics-184479541.html Mark your calendar for Jan. 14 to hear Chad Dechow, Pennsylvania State University, review genomic technology and how genomics can be used as a herd management tool. http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/genetics/Selective-dairy-breeding-may-prevent-lameness-boost-productivity-175668061.html Dairies could increase their efficiency and improve the health of their herds if they considered lameness and hoof health when they develop breeding plans, suggests a new study led by UC Davis researchers. http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/genetics/Genomics-Creating-opportunities-for-all-dairies-171122031.html Genomic technology currently holds its greatest stakes within elite dairy cattle breeding programs, but many commercial dairy operations are finding tremendous value and return from mass genomic screening. http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/genetics/Reduce-sick-cows-through-breeding-169019636.html Traditionally, the dairy industry has focused on proper nutrition and management practices to prevent disease. Another method that is gaining popularity is the use of genetics to select for healthier cows with naturally superior immune responses. http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/genetics/Good-genetic-merit-for-fertility-matters-168807146.html Research results published in the July Journal of Dairy Science demonstrate, for the first time, that genetic merit for fertility has pronounced effects on key reproductive parameters. http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/genetics/Crossbreeding-concept-within-the-Holstein-breed-167371045.html The key to achieving the maximum opportunity of genetic enhancement within the same breed is the careful, thoughtful and persistent identification and segregation of genetically similar individuals.