FARMERS and their advisors have been eagerly awaiting the release of the latest Genetic Progress Reports which now include trends for the Balanced Performance Index (BPI).
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The tool enables dairy farmers to track the impact of breeding decisions and changes in their herd’s genetic merit over time.
Developed by the Australian Dairy Herd Improvement Scheme (ADHIS), the Genetic Progress Report also allows dairy farmers to compare their herd’s genetic merit with the average and top 10 per cent of their breed in the country.
Michelle Axford, ADHIS extension manager, said farmers were using the report to identify breeding areas that have performed well and those they wish to improve.
Once they have identified the traits they want to improve through breeding, The Good Bulls Guide can be used to identify suitable sires.
“The report is generated from herd test data, so it is available to any farmers who herd record.”
For more information contact Michelle Axford on 0427 573 330 maxford@adhis.com.au
