Why Should You Genetically Test Your Cow Herd?
May 23, 2023
"Genetically testing your cow herd allows you to find those animals that are genetically superior in their EPD profile." Listen in as Dr. Paige Pratt, Neogen® Territory Manager, talks about why you should genetically test your cow herd and the benefits it can bring your operation.
Video Transcript
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TITLE CARD: Frequently asked questions on the process of genetic testing presented by Neogen®.
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TITLE CARD: Why should you genetically test your cow herd?
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Dr. Paige Pratt: Genetically testing your cow herd allows you to be able to find those animals that are genetically superior in their EPD Profile.
Dr. Paige Pratt: So, the biggest difference that we’ve seen at our operation or with some of our customers, is that it allows you to be able to find those that are genetically superior, or maybe even more importantly, the ones that fall behind
Dr. Paige Pratt: So, we are able to decrease the range of variation we see in an EPD. Most animals are grouped on a bell-shaped curve. We can cut off the ends, and especially that lower end be able to find those animals that are genetically inferior.
Dr. Paige Pratt: By taking those animals out of your pure-bred operation, you’re able to shift your curve and make genetic progress much quicker.
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“The greatest benefit of genomically testing cattle is increased accuracy.” Listen in as Nick Hammett, Neogen® Regional Manager, describes the benefits of genomically testing cattle and how it applies to operation decisions.
“Neogen has the world’s largest team of genomics experts to help you interpret those results.” Nick Hammett, Neogen® Regional Manager, explains how Neogen can help you interpret your results and the process of how you receive your results.
Buying genetically tested bulls “allows you to have a greater accuracy in regards to the EPD that you are looking at and making selection decisions based upon.” Dr. Paige Pratt, Neogen® Territory Manager, speaks on the importance of genetically testing bulls and how it can greatly affect your operation.
“TSUs is the best because it producers a higher quality sample and it’s as simple as punching an ear, just like putting an ear tag in their ear.” Curtis Bryant, Neogen® Territory Manager, explains the best type of sample to submit for cattle genomic testing and the ease of the process.
Listen in as Kenny Stauffer, Director of Commercial Bovine, for Neogen® talks about turnaround time for our Cattle Genomics test samples. He explains the average turnaround time that producers can expect for their genomics samples.
“DNA allows you the ability to look into that animal and be able to make decisions much quicker and manage your risk.” Listen to Kenny Stauffer, Director of Commercial Bovine at Neogen®, explain why it is important to genetically test feeder cattle and the benefits it can bring to buyers and sellers.
Category: Beef, Dairy, Igenity® Profiles, FAQs