Join the Genomic Generation

SHAWANO, Wis. - The next era in dairy cattle genetics has begun. The development of the genotyping process and subsequent incorporation of genomic information into the USDA sire summary evaluations has prompted a new look to the Holstein lineup at Genex Cooperative, Inc.

"With confidence in this new technology, we have taken an aggressive approach by adding 34 new genomically-proven sires to our lineup. These sires are leaders for profitability as well as for individual traits," stated Doug Wilson, Genex Chief Operating Officer.

The 34 new Holstein bulls with genomic evaluations (genetic rankings derived from DNA analysis) are sired by many of today's well-known sires such as O Man, Shottle, Ramos, Goldwyn and others. They top the lineup, possessing breed-leading genetic capabilities. As a group, they average +$615 Lifetime Net Merit, +4.9 Productive Life, +2.69 PTA Type, +2.63 Udder Composite and +2.05 Foot & Leg Composite.

The high genetic levels of these sires, led by the O Man son 1HO8784 Badger-Bluff Fanny FREDDIE %-I *TV at +$918 Lifetime Net Merit, make them some of the most valuable genetic opportunities available in the dairy industry today. They stand as the ultimate source for genetic progress, creating a new generation of highly profitable cows.

These genomically-proven sires were once, not too long ago, just bulls in waiting. Now they are leaders in the industry ready to be utilized by Genex members and customers to maximize herd profits.

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Genex, one of the world's leading suppliers of cattle genetics, is a subsidiary of Cooperative Resources International (CRI). CRI, a member-owned holding cooperative, is comprised of three subsidiaries: Central Livestock Association, AgSource and Genex. The CRI Mission Statement summarizes the goal of CRI: "To provide products and services as effectively as possible to maximize the profitability of members and customers worldwide while maintaining a strong cooperative."

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