Genetic selection plays a key role in shaping the long-term performance and profitability of a dairy herd. However, there is no single “right” breeding...
Source: Lactanet, by: Cindy Jaton, agr., MBA, Ph.D
Each year, the genetic base used to express genetic evaluations in Canada is updated in conjunction with...
Dr. Christine Baes from the University of Guelph presented the 2025 Tucker Lecture, "Opportunities and challenges in sustainable dairy genomics" on October 3rd, 2025...
Inbreeding is a natural part of livestock breeding programs, particularly in dairy cattle where genetic selection focuses on improving traits such as production, health,...
Today’s dairy genetics is no longer about chasing the highest milk number on a proof sheet. Instead, it’s about building a herd that reflects...
Calving is a pivotal moment in a dairy cow’s productive life. When things go smoothly, cows transition more quickly into lactation and calves get...
Today’s dairy producers have access to more genetic information than ever before. The challenge isn’t finding data—it’s using it in a way that aligns...
Genomics has reshaped modern dairy breeding more than any other innovation since artificial insemination arrived nearly a century ago. By analyzing an animal’s DNA,...
Beginning in December 2025, Brown Swiss, Canadienne, Guernsey, and Milking Shorthorn producers will have access to genetic evaluations for Subclinical Ketosis (SCK)—a major step...
Milk proteins continue to influence breeding decisions in Canada and around the world. Casein traits, such as Beta Casein (A2) and Kappa Casein, affect...
