Mass cow herd genotyping project

Female genotypes are rare and valuable, especially to predict maternal traits such as stayability and maternal calving ease. Furthermore, genotyping entire herds improves genomic evaluation by reducing bias created when only select cattle are genotyped. Therefore, gathering massive amounts of genotypes on entire cow herds will significantly improve the genomic predictions and rate of genetic progress.

The ASA and GeneSeek are investing in the future of our industry. Members willing to test their entire cow herd can receive a 50K genomic panel for a mere $20/cow. Even more, producers who submit cow weights with either body conditions scores or hip heights receive an additional $5 off per test — an amazing price of $15/sample. That is roughly 70% off the going industry price. This applies to both seedstock and commercial members of ASA. Check out simmental.org/chr for details and limitations of this research project.

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