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If you are looking for information about genetics, performance, EPD’s, Ultrasound, sexed semen, and other issues in these fields, this section has everything you need.
Cattle Genome Developed, Will Improve Many Areas Of Production
published: April 28th 2009 source: TAMU Ag Communications
Scientists from Texas AgriLife Research and Texas A&M University’s College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences are part of a consortium of researchers who've developed a "first draft" sequence of the cattle genome....
Cattle Industry Can Manage Abnormalities
published: April 21st 2009 by: Brad Parker source: North American Limousin Association
Historically, in addition to recording pedigree and performance information and providing genetic predictions, the performance programs at cattle breed associations have monitored and managed genetic abnormalities....
Heterosis of Ultrasound Carcass Traits
published: April 17th 2009
The value of heterosis in a structured crossbreeding program has been well documented throughout the beef industry. However, most of the emphasis has been placed on added performance and longevity of offspring....
A New Chip Identifies Important Bovine Genomic Traits
published: March 17th 2009 source: University of Missouri News Service
With help from a new genetic device recently unveiled by a team of animal science researchers, animal breeders may soon be building betters cows that produce more and better beef and tastier profits. The new genetic tool is called the SNP Chip (pronounced snip chip)....
Gelbvieh Approves Aggressive Policy To Eliminate AM Gene
published: February 17th 2009 by: Lori Maud source: American Gelbvieh Association
The American Gelbvieh Association (AGA) Board of Directors recently approved an aggressive plan and policy to eliminate the Arthrogryposis Multiplex (AM) gene from the Gelbvieh herdbook....
Analyzing Ultrasound Contemporary Groups
published: February 6th 2009 source: National CUP Laboratory
Though their importance is often overlooked, contemporary groups are truly the cornerstone of any genetic evaluation. Unfortunately, establishment of an ultrasound contemporary group is sometimes done improperly....
Pfizer Announces Significant Advances In DNA Testing
published: February 1st 2009 source: Pfizer Animal Health
Pfizer Animal Genetics announced today the upcoming availability of GeneSTAR® MVP™—molecular value prediction—a new DNA-marker panel containing four times more markers than previously available....
Limousin Releases 2009 Spring EPDs
published: January 24th 2009 source: NALF
Expected progeny differences (EPDs) from the spring 2009 international Limousin genetic evaluation now are available on the North American Limousin Foundation (NALF) Web site (www.nalf.org). Users can employ the “Sire Selector” tool to specify EPD-selection criteria in searching qualified U....
Lowline Cattle Offer Alternative
published: January 14th 2009 source: Greeley Tribune
There’s a sign over one of the Lowline pens at the National Western Stock Show. “Small has it all,” the sign proclaims. And as far as Rick and Charleen Mellott of Carr are concerned, the sign says it all....
Marbling Is Good Fat
published: January 7th 2009 by: Steve Suther source: Certified Angus Beef
Marbling has become one of the least understood concepts in the beef-consuming world. No wonder, with all the competing and contradictory messages from “experts.” If your blood test shows low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels have jumped, most doctors and nutritionists say cut back on red meat—especially highly marbled beef....
Producers Can Test For Genetic Defect
published: December 20th 2008 source: Merial
The comprehensive IGENITY® profile now includes an option to evaluate cattle for the presence of Arthrogryposis Multiplex (AM) — commonly known as Curly Calf Syndrome. Samples will be processed beginning December 19....
Genetic Selection With Ultrasound
published: December 2nd 2008 by: Patrick Wall source: National CUP Laboratory
The ability of ultrasound to measure carcass quality significantly helped launch the science, since cattle breeders cannot “see” marbling from viewing the live animal. In 2000, May et....
Curly Calf Information
published: November 12th 2008 by: Mike Jarosz, Ph.D., Colorado State Unive source: Colorado State University
What are the symptoms? * Newborn calves typically are born dead or may live for a short time. * Calves will have a curved spine, extended limbs (especially the rear legs), thin appearance, and lack of muscle development....
Braunvieh Breed Names New Executive
published: November 3rd 2008 source: Braunvieh Association of America
The Braunvieh Association of America (BAA) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the hiring of a new executive vice president. Ronald P Bolze Jr. He will start in his new leadership role on Nov....
Target weights serve as useful tool in managing replacement heifers
published: October 31st 2008 by: Martha Hollida Garrett
By Martha Hollida Garrett Developing replacement heifers is somewhat like putting a jigsaw puzzle together, and managing those pieces is critical to ensuring the heifers have a long, productive life within your cowherds....
Oklahoma Angus Genetics On Tour
published: October 28th 2008 source: American Angus Association
Oklahoma Angus breeders had the opportunity to showcase their top genetics to more than 365 Angus enthusiasts during the National Angus Conference & Tour, Oct....
AngusSource Top Cattle Noted
published: October 20th 2008 source: Certified Angus Beef
One group came from Nebraska, the other from Oklahoma. One rancher retained ownership, the other sold outright. But the two sets of cattle fed at separate feedlots in different states have a few shared qualities....
National Hereford Feedout Proves Efficiency
published: October 14th 2008 source: American Hereford Association
KANSAS CITY, Mo. ¬¬¬— Two hundred seventy-four steers were entered in the 2008 National Hereford Feedout at Royal Beef Feedyard, Scott City, Kan. “Once again the National Hereford Feedout has shown the efficiency and worth of Hereford cattle to the beef industry,” says Tom Granzow, test coordinator and Kansas Hereford Association (KHA) secretary....
Angus Breed Continues To Lead
published: October 14th 2008 source: American Angus Association
Business for the American Angus Association® remained strong for fiscal year 2008, which ended September 30. In addition, Association members are increasingly embracing the programs and technology provided to them....
Top Texas Angus Breeders Announced
published: October 7th 2008 source: American Angus Association
The 10 producers who registered the most Angus beef cattle in the state of Texas recorded a total of 3247 Angus with the American Angus Association® during fiscal year 2008, which ended September 30, according to Bryce Schumann, chief executive officer of the American Angus Association....
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