Gold Medal Dam and Dam of Merit: Recognizing the Elite Brood Cows of the US

Programs that give recognition to outstanding brood cows have been implemented in various Holstein countries worldwide. In the US two different awards are given to identify superior transmitting cows, Gold Medal Dam (GMD) and Dam of Merit (DOM). Have you ever wondered just what the difference is between the two, or as to exactly what is required to earn the GMD or DOM designations? Here comes the answer.

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	The old and the new for high producing dairy cows and beef cattle
	Dr. Matthias Schelling, the new director of Swissgenetics: ‘It is becoming more and more challenging to find enough male animals for selection.’
	Hoof health: Hoof health: Profitable, ethical and good for animal welfare!

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Gold Medal Dam and Dam of Merit: Recognizing the Elite Brood Cows of the US

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The old and the new for high producing dairy cows and beef cattle

Dr. Matthias Schelling, the new director of Swissgenetics: ‘It is becoming more and more challenging to find enough male animals for selection.’

Hoof health: Hoof health: Profitable, ethical and good for animal welfare!