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CDCB delivers the latest news on genetic improvement, research and U.S. evaluations through its monthly newsletter, dairy media, and events.
Health traits expand in August evaluations
August 12, 2022
The official August genetic proofs are officially available.
How can genetics reduce lameness?
June 13, 2022
Genetic selection for improved hoof health is one opportunity to reduce lameness, which affects about 50% of dairy cows and results in economic losses, poor health and suboptimal animal welfare.
What’s New in April’s Genetic Evaluations
April 4, 2022
Three times a year, genetic evaluations are calculated for all the dairy animals in the U.S. database.
Do Feet & Leg Indices Really Help Improve Mobility and Reduce Lameness?
March 25, 2022
Every dairy herd manager is well-aware of the negative effects that lameness and impaired mobility have on the bottom line.
Data that Digs into the Root of Lameness
October 25, 2021
No dairy farmer wants lame cows in their barn. No consumer wants to see cows struggling with lameness, either.
Can we find genetic solutions to lameness?
September 16, 2021
About 50% of dairy cows will be affected by lameness during their productive life, resulting in economic losses, poor health and suboptimal animal welfare.
Feed Efficiency Indexes: Which one will you use?
August 6, 2021
Today farmers are focusing on maximizing net returns, productivity, efficient use of inputs and resources, and keeping costs under control.
Genomics drives new trait development
April 5, 2021
These triannual evaluations – on April 6, August 10, and December 7 this year – incorporate genomic data along with updated performance, or phenotypic, data to assess the genetic merit of dairy animals.
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