Choosing the best genetics for your herd | Ep. 75

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.
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Chapters

• 0:46 Introduction to DairyNZ NZAEL Scientist Rhiannon Handcock
• 1:32 NZAEL role and purpose
• 2:35 Michelle Burgess shares her interest in breeding and career to date
• 5:00 NZAEL panel and purpose explained
• 6:08 Michelle provides an overview of her breeding strategy on farm
• 10:48 Overview of NZAEL tools and how they can be used
• 13:00 Michelle’s selection process for bulls
• 14:57 Michelle provides an insight into the mating season and her management process
• 15:38 Value in accurate record keeping during calving
• 18:56 Insight into how Michelle ensures accurate recording keeping during calving
• 22:37 Mismothering average explained
• 23:20 Latest updates on NZAEL and genetic improvements across NZ
• 26:09 Episode summary