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Genomic Enhanced EPDs Latest Cutting Edge Tool for Angus Selection
Wed, 15 Sep 2010 6:55:27 CDT
Genomics and EPDs are meeting and finding happiness in the Angus world- the happiness being generated by cattle producers who are getting a more accurate EPD in several economically important traits. Dr. Sally Northcutt, Genetic Research Director for the American Angus Association, says that the partnership between the Angus Breed and Merial's Igenity is working well.
After two years of work, Angus Genetics Inc. (AGI) and Merial now have an Angus-specific IgenityŽ genomic profile derived from a High Density Whole Genome Scan with 50,000 markers (HD WGS). Genomic-enhanced EPDs are calculated using the highly predictable American Angus Association database along with the Igenity profile for Angus results to provide a more thorough characterization of economically important traits and improve accuracy on young animals.
We talk with Dr. Northcutt about these efforts on today's Beef Buzz. Click here for more information about the genetically enhanced EPDs now available from the Angus folks.
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