DNA Profiling

Adding Fat To The Diet Can Improve Reproductive Performance

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:52:06 GMT

Over the past 15 years, 30 different research trials have been conducted that examine the impact of supplemental fat on reproductive performance of beef and dairy cattle.

Cattle Breeding: Use Of Natural Service Sires With Synchronized Estrus

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 20:11:25 GMT

Typically producers that synchronize estrus do so to facilitate an AI program. However there are some instances where application of an AI program is not feasible but advantages from synchronization of estrus are still desirable.

Angus Genetics Inc.® Now Accepting Samples for Genomic-Enhanced EPDs — Powered By IGENITY®

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:35:07 GMT

Angus Genetics Inc.® (AGI) is now accepting DNA samples for analysis with the industry’s first breed-specific DNA profile from IGENITY®.

North Dakota State University Beef Symposium Set For December 2-3 In Williston

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 19:23:21 GMT

Stocking density, forage management, livestock marketing opportunities and genetics will be among the topics at a beef symposium in Williston on Dec. 2-3.

DNA Profiles Supplement Phenotypic Data

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:51:10 GMT

As you begin thinking about collecting ultrasound data this fall and winter, also consider testing your cattle for the Igenity® DNA profile.

Cattle DNA Selection - The Basics

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 20:38:53 GMT

Advances in science can be rather mind-boggling when one stops and thinks about it. Scientific discovery in humans is providing us great opportunity in the livestock sector. Mapping of the human genome has led to the mapping of the bovine genome (and other species).

Observe Bulls During The First Portion Of The Fall Breeding Season

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:21:58 GMT

The fall breeding season is about to begin. Herds that aim for a September 1 first calving date, will turn bulls with the cows in the latter part of November.

Limousin: Cattle Experts Agree On The Value Of Crossbreeding

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:38:26 GMT

As cattle producers continually strive to do more with less, industry experts from coast to coast and border to border have been offering similar advice lately.

Checklist For Providing Inside Information At Production Sales

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:19:12 GMT

Seedstock producers can help give their production sale a boost this spring by adding inside information from a comprehensive DNA profile to their offering. They can help add value to their cattle and set their sale apart from the competition while providing customers with as much information as possible on sale cattle.

Cattle Breeds: Should Owners Be Upset About Getting A Black Baldy Calf In Their Purebreed Livestock?

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 16:23:08 GMT

Q: I am a veterinary student and we are discussing a case involving a black angus bull getting loose and inpregnating some of the purebred herefords. The owners furious because they were going to have a black baldy calf. Why are the owners so upset about getting a black baldy calf in their purebreed livestock?

Cattle Breeds: Traits Correlated With Grid Premiums

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 20:43:35 GMT

When you get a bonus on grid cattle, sometimes it’s easier to count your blessings than to ask why.

Cattle Ranch Of The Week: Grund Beef Genetics

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:31:02 GMT

Grund Beef Genetics is different than your typical bull supplier because they supply practical, predictable and proven genetics. Over 80% of their cattle are sired by breed leading Angus, Red Angus, and Gelbvieh A.I. sires.