Genetics http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/genetics RSS Feed for Genetics en-us Fri, 17 May 2013 18:33:38 GMT Cattle producers turn to MSU for reproduction class http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/genetics/Cattle-producers-turn-to-MSU-for-reproduction-class-207900381.html Cattle producers wanting to improve their herds’ genetics recently turned to Mississippi State University for an advanced, hands-on reproduction workshop. Successfully transitioning newly purchased bulls http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/genetics/Successfully-transitioning-newly-purchased-bulls-206471471.html By now the work of selecting the next generation of herd sires has been completed for the most part. Now it’s time to shift the focus away from genetic selection towards management practices to increase the probability that the new yearling bulls will successfully breed cows for a number of years. Breeding soundness exams: Making dollars and sense http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/genetics/Breeding-soundness-exams-Making-dollars-and-sense-206297501.html It has long been established that the cost of one infertile bull during a breeding season is much greater than the cost of one interfile cow. BeefTalk: Watch the bulls because they don't get a day off http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/genetics/BeefTalk-Watch-the-bulls-because-they-dont-get-a-day-off-205971681.html Although spring seems to be taking a long time getting here, once it does, time will fly. In the rush, don't forget to keep an eye on the bulls. Cows' looks alone can fool beef herd owners http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/genetics/Cows-looks-alone-can-fool-beef-herd-owners-205629021.html It takes records to learn value of top genetics. Simplified selection http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/genetics/Simplified-selection-204307311.html The dollar-beef ($B) index helps cattlemen select for cattle that perform and grade. Megan Rolf, Oklahoma State University animal scientist, discusses how to use such selection indexes effectively. A nutritionist talks about genomics http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/genetics/A-nutritionist-talks-about-genomics-202742901.html This column might be a little bit like your plumber doing your taxes, but bear with me.In the field of animal science we tend to specialize, especially in research, by discipline. Five tips for synchronization success http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/genetics/Five-tips-for-synchronization-success-201947971.html Sometimes it seems there is nothing simple about synchronization protocols used for artificial insemination (AI). However it is critical that they are followed EXACTLY to ensure that producers have a successful AI breeding season. BeefTalk: One-way ticket to town http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/genetics/BeefTalk-One-way-ticket-to-town-201616881.html Bull 50 just bought himself a one-way ticket to town. For bulls, there are only two pens. One is the pen for breeding bulls, while the other bulls go to the "for beef market" pen. Ground-level experience http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/genetics/Ground-level-experience-201115251.html Colorado State University student and Seedstock Team member Sean Kauffmann outlines the school’s seedstock program.