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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.
What Else Can We Do With a Milk Sample?
May 5, 2025
Milk samples already provide incredible insight — but it’s possible they could do even more. During the CDCB Producer Exchange, Malia Caputo, Ph.D., discussed the health, nutrition, and fertility opportunities of milk sample infrared spectrometry.
CDCB Producer Exchange Connects the Industry
April 4, 2025
On the eve of the April 2025 triannual evaluations, CDCB held its first Producer Exchange in Reno, Nev., in conjunction with the Western Dairy Management Conference. The event brought together dairy farmers, scientists, and industry collaborators to discuss the role genetics plays in a profitable farm operation — plus how new traits and research will continue to benefit producers.
2023-24 Activity Report: CEO Column
October 1, 2024
CDCB was established to empower dairy producers for a sustainable future through data-driven innovation and collaboration. We began our journey with a significant advantage in 2013, thanks to the remarkable legacy and ongoing partnership provided by USDA AGIL, along with the visionary commitment of our founding collaborators.
Connecting With João Dürr
November 3, 2022
João Dürr reviewed the past year and described the CDCB vision in the CEO Column from the 2022 Activity Report.
Connecting with João Dürr
January 6, 2022
To start the new year, CEO João Dürr previews CDCB goals and expectations for 2022.
August 2021: Changes to Evaluation System
August 1, 2021
The new Lifetime Net Merit (NM$) including Feed Saved (FSAV), Heifer Livability (HLIV) and Early First Calving (EFC), along with a number of new parameters and assumptions, will be introduced in the August 2021 evaluation.
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