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In a December article published on Alta’s Website, readers learned about how genomic technology is benefitting the Holstein breed. But how is genomics working in the Jersey breed? Are Jersey genomic proofs accurately estimating future proofs? How do proven versus genomic sire selection decisions vary? Read on to learn the answers to these questions and more.
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January 31st 2012
Advantage® Consultant Chrissy Meyer reports on AltaROSS, AltaRUSH and AltaCHAZ in the video below.
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It's important to take special precautions when handling bull semen during cold weather because cold shock damages sperm cells and reduces fertility.
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Dairy Basics
The 7K SNP test; an economical and more reliable genomic test is now available to the industry. Given this development, a question often asked by producers is 'should I genomic test my females with the 7K chip?' Of course this question inspires a rather extensive list of questions, so what awaits readers is a list of those most frequently asked:
