Talking Dairy

Choosing the best genetics for your herd | Ep. 75

May 01, 2024 DairyNZ
Choosing the best genetics for your herd | Ep. 75
Talking Dairy
More Info
Talking Dairy
Choosing the best genetics for your herd | Ep. 75
May 01, 2024
DairyNZ

When it comes to breeding more efficient cows, why is genetic gain so important and how can NZAEL’s online tools help? Join us as we talk to Rhiannon Handcock DairyNZ’s NZAEL scientist and dairy farmer Michelle Burgess, about the latest in dairy genetics and animal evaluation.

Notes
NZAEL is the industry good organisation for genetics and animal evaluation. As a wholly owned subsidiary of DairyNZ, NZAEL operates independently to ensure that farmers' interests are represented, striving for world-leading genetic gain that make our national herd resilient, profitable, and globally competitive. Find out more.
View the Ranking of Active Sires
Build your Bull Team
Bull Search

Show Notes Chapter Markers

When it comes to breeding more efficient cows, why is genetic gain so important and how can NZAEL’s online tools help? Join us as we talk to Rhiannon Handcock DairyNZ’s NZAEL scientist and dairy farmer Michelle Burgess, about the latest in dairy genetics and animal evaluation.

Notes
NZAEL is the industry good organisation for genetics and animal evaluation. As a wholly owned subsidiary of DairyNZ, NZAEL operates independently to ensure that farmers' interests are represented, striving for world-leading genetic gain that make our national herd resilient, profitable, and globally competitive. Find out more.
View the Ranking of Active Sires
Build your Bull Team
Bull Search

Introduction to DairyNZ NZAEL Scientist Rhiannon Handcock
NZAEL role and purpose
Michelle Burgess shares her interest in breeding and career to date
NZAEL panel and purpose explained
Michelle provides an overview of her breeding strategy on farm
Overview of NZAEL tools and how they can be used
Michelle’s selection process for bulls
Michelle provides an insight into the mating season and her management process
Value in accurate record keeping during calving
Insight into how Michelle ensures accurate recording keeping during calving
Mismothering average explained
Latest updates on NZAEL and genetic improvements across NZ
Episode summary