Genetics ArchiveSelecting for improved Feed EfficiencyOct 7, 2008,By Jason K. Ahola, University of Idaho By the spring of 2009, it will be pretty clear to cow/calf producers that feed cost is the largest variable cost on their operations... Links being identified between genomics and cattle health traitsSep 8, 2008A groundbreaking study at Colorado State University may lead to early identification of animals with less susceptibility to feedlot diseases, especially bovine respiratory disease (BRD)... Feed efficiency now part of Igenity® profileJul 8, 2008,Source: Merial Cattle producers can now more accurately gauge feed efficiency of animals from a single DNA sample, offering key inside information that can directly affect... Groskreutz named president, CEO of Accelerated GeneticsJul 8, 2008The Accelerated Genetics Board of Directors has announced the selection of Joel Groskreutz, Reedsburg, Wisconsin, as its new president and CEO... Small cattle herds can benefit from crossbreedingJun 9, 2008,Source: Oklahoma State University Extension For the average cow-calf producer looking to increase the profit potential of his or her herd, the message is clear: Crossbreeding can produce a 20 percent increase in pounds of calf weaned per cow exposed to a herd sire... Carcass Ultrasound 101: Becoming a carcass ultrasound technicianMay 28, 2008,By Patrick Wall, Director of Communications, The National CUP Lab The telephone at The National CUP Lab rings often in the spring of each year, but as the bull and female sale season winds down, the clients’ questions begin to change from barnsheets, images, and data processing to “How do I become a field technician?” ... Aiming for CAB? Here are factors to improve your oddsApr 29, 2008,Source: Certified Angus Beef Most beef producers own at least some Angus cattle. They may have wondered what it takes for their calves to qualify for the Certified Angus Beef® (CAB®) brand... Carcass Ultrasound 101: Ultrasound vs. DNA Testing – Carcass Tools, Not ChoicesApr 22, 2008,By Patrick Wall, Director of Communications, The National CUP Lab At first glance, it might seem impossible for a person entrenched in ultrasound to publish any article about DNA testing without sounding biased towards ultrasound... IGENITY: Start Cattle Herd Improvement With DNA This SpringApr 14, 2008,Source: Merial Animal Health DNA technology can help cattle producers improve their herd genetics faster, and with more confidence than ever before. But, as with any new management tool, knowing when and how to take the first step can be intimidating... Pfizer acquires two genomics companiesMar 24, 2008Pfizer Animal Health announced on March 19, 2008 that it will acquire two market-leading livestock genomics companies... Carcass Ultrasound 101: Measures of MuscleMar 4, 2008,By Patrick Wall, Director of Communications, The National CUP Lab Undoubtedly, one of the more enjoyable eating experiences from the beef carcass is the ribeye steak. Often referred to as the longissimus dorsi in research journals... Black Ink: What bull fits your program?Feb 25, 2008,By Steve Suther, Certified Angus Beef With bull sale season here, you may already be thinking ahead to breeding decisions for your cows and heifers later this spring. One way or another, the females must get bred if you are going to stay in business... Carcass Ultrasound 101: The Importance of Ultrasound Rump FatFeb 11, 2008,By Patrick Wall, Director of Communications, The National CUP Lab It’s fairly easy for any cowhand to understand the necessity of collecting ribeye area, fat thickness, and a measure of marbling via ultrasound. Those images largely attempt to mirror what a grader looks at in assessing USDA quality and yield grade... BeefTalk: Don’t Overlook The Value Of Cattle HairJan 28, 2008,By Kris Ringwall, North Dakota State University Health never can be underestimated. Having been confined lately, that concept is even more appreciated. Comfort, the lack of stress and the need to allow time for recovery are important... DNA Technology: Helping build value and better beefJan 15, 2008,Source: Merial/IGENITY Report cards let students know how they’ve done and where they need to improve. The National Beef Quality Audit (NBQA) serves as a report card to the beef industry, showing how well the industry is doing in meeting consumer demands for quality and value... |
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