Plain-Knoll: Early Adoption of Genomics Provided Splendid Breeding Successes

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Steve Buschur from Plain-Knoll Holsteins in Ohio is not only a very friendly man, but also someone who approaches Holstein breeding very progressively. For example, at a very early stage, he began using genomics extensively, they were closely involved with the female breeding program at Select Sires, and each year about 100 IVP/ET sessions are conducted in his own facility. All of that brought success. For example, Plain-Knoll Magnitude is in the top-10 gTPI, while conformation topper Plain-Knoll King Royal is one of the most talked about progeny proven sires: Thanks in large measure to the Mirror family.

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