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Heifer Management Blueprints: Understanding Your Genomic Results

After submitting DNA samples for genomic testing, there comes the daunting task of understanding and utilizing the results. Genomic results are typically organized and sent out in an electronic file. Results are reported 1 – 2 months after the sample is submitted. The spreadsheet will summarize all traits which are reported as Genomic Predicted Transmitting Abilities (GPTA). The report may also include separate sheets for net merit, core traits, type traits, composite indexes, reliability for all values, parentage information, definitions, and animals that were not reported.

In Heifer Management Blueprints:   Understanding Genomic Results, UW-Extension Dairy Genetics Specialist Kent Weigel highlights the traits included in genomic testing and the definition of each trait.

Source:uwex.edu


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Cold weather has officially arrived at Ewetopia Farms, and this week gave us everything November in Canada can throw at a sheep farm! In today’s episode, Cold Weather Farming, we take you through a full week of real, raw, and unpredictable conditions that define life on a Canadian sheep farm this time of year.

From pouring rain to heavy winds, mud, freezing temperatures, and finally snow, we experienced just about every type of weather Mother Nature could deliver in a matter of days. With winter arriving early, it's all hands on deck to keep the farm running smoothly and to make sure our Suffolk and Poll Dorset sheep stay warm, dry, and comfortable.