51AV视频

The UK's Premier Agricultural Machinery and Technology Show

20鈥�21 January 2027, NEC, Birmingham

Event Details

Tips on using genomics as a decision making tool

With costs running upwards of 拢1,800 to 拢3,000 per animal, choosing which calves to rear is a decision that can have long-term impacts on herd efficiency, profitability and sustainability

Farmers Guardian
clock 鈥� 3 min read
Genomic testing at ear-tagging could help farmers identify their potentially most profitable heifers.
Image:

Genomic testing at ear-tagging could help farmers identify their potentially most profitable heifers.

Raising heifers is one of the biggest investments on a dairy farm. Traditionally, selection has relied on parent averages, visual appraisal, or simple gut feel, but these methods never give the full picture....

To continue reading...

Already a member? Login for full access.

New to Farmers Guardian? Register for 1 free article per week or become a member for unlimited access to essential farming news and insights.

article-img-580x358

听

More on Livestock

Guiltcross Simmentals ready to make Stirling debut

Guiltcross Simmentals ready to make Stirling debut

Angela Calvert
clock 09 October 2026 鈥� 7 min read
Scottish pig margins under pressure as costs rise and prices remain weak

Scottish pig margins under pressure as costs rise and prices remain weak

Iain Macdonald at Quality Meat Scotland said: "Prices remain well below last year, feed costs have moved higher, and producer margins are likely to have tightened further"

Rachael Brown
clock 09 October 2026 鈥� 4 min read
Producing quality bulls is the focus for Lanarkshire Limousin breeder

Producing quality bulls is the focus for Lanarkshire Limousin breeder

Strong demand anticipated as Strawfrank Limousins head to Stirling Bull Sales event with a five-strong consignment

Lynsey Clark
clock 08 October 2026 鈥� 6 min read