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Unlocking Livestock Genetics Potential with Dr David Johnston

On this episode of Genetics in the Paddock with Emily, we strip back to the very basics of why genetics is important to consider when breeding livestock and how it can assist with decision making. Our guest speaker, Dr. David Johnston, a principal...

Episode 1 of the Genetics in the Paddock with Emily podcast, hosted by Emily Johnston, titled "Unlocking Livestock Genetics Potential with Dr David Johnston" was published on November 12, 2023 and runs 30 minutes.

November 12, 2023 ·30m · Genetics in the Paddock with Emily

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On this episode of Genetics in the Paddock with Emily, we strip back to the very basics of why genetics is important to consider when breeding livestock and how it can assist with decision making. Our guest speaker, Dr. David Johnston, a principal scientist from the Animal Genetics and Breeding Unit (AGBU) walks us through the benefits of using the available genetic information alongside visual assessment.The genetic evaluation systems available incorporate key traits that affect profitability and separate the environmental component, providing an genetic estimate that is based only on the genetic merit of the animal. Join us in our first episode with the assistance of Dr. Johnston to explore how powerful these tools can be when making important decisions within your production. AGBU is a joint venture between the NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) and University of New England (UNE).Please share this podcast with your fellow producers and colleagues and feel free to contact us with suggestions or comments via this email address: [email protected] with “Podcast” in the title. Resources related to the discussion within this podcast:Sheep Genetics (MERINOSELECT, KIDPLAN, LAMBPLAN) - https://www.sheepgenetics.org.au/BREEDPLAN - https://breedplan.une.edu.au/Repronomics - http://agbu.une.edu.au/repronomics/index.htmlThe information discussed in this podcast are for informative and educational purposes only and do not constitute advice.

Episode Description

On this episode of Genetics in the Paddock with Emily, we strip back to the very basics of why genetics is important to consider when breeding livestock and how it can assist with decision making. Our guest speaker, Dr. David Johnston, a principal scientist from the Animal Genetics and Breeding Unit (AGBU) walks us through the benefits of using the available genetic information alongside visual assessment.

The genetic evaluation systems available incorporate key traits that affect profitability and separate the environmental component, providing an genetic estimate that is based only on the genetic merit of the animal. Join us in our first episode with the assistance of Dr. Johnston to explore how powerful these tools can be when making important decisions within your production.

AGBU is a joint venture between the NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) and University of New England (UNE).

Please share this podcast with your fellow producers and colleagues and feel free to contact us with suggestions or comments via this email address: [email protected] with “Podcast” in the title.

Resources related to the discussion within this podcast:

Sheep Genetics (MERINOSELECT, KIDPLAN, LAMBPLAN) - https://www.sheepgenetics.org.au/
BREEDPLAN - https://breedplan.une.edu.au/
Repronomics - http://agbu.une.edu.au/repronomics/index.html

The information discussed in this podcast are for informative and educational purposes only and do not constitute advice.

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