Genomic gamechangers: The newest generation for everyone?
Genomic selection has revolutionized the breeding of Fleckvieh bulls in Austria and Germany. With modern DNA analysis, farmers and breeders can evaluate the genetic quality of their young bulls early on, which makes breeding decisions more efficient and streamlined. Particularly coveted are top sires with outstanding breeding values or special pedigrees, which are often only available in limited quantities. In this article we will take a closer look at current developments, availabilities and the most important genomic Fleckvieh sires in Austria and Germany, as well as Simmental bulls from Switzerland.
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