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>> Information about genetics and artificial insemination of cattle in New Zealand (NZ) A very large part of the success of the New Zealand pasture-based farming system has come from genetically improving the animals that are farmed. Genetic progress has been significant and fast, especially in the last 50 years. This improvement continues. For example, the national lambing percentage has risen from 90% in 1980 to 120% now. The average carcase weight of export lamb has risen from 13kg to 17kg over the same period. In 22 years from 1980 to 2002, the average beef cattle calving rate has risen from 73% to 86%. In 14 years from 1990, the average weight of steers at slaughter has risen from 283kg to 307kg. By purchasing New Zealand animal genetics, you are effectively buying generations of New Zealand scientific endeavour in discovering, developing and applying the science of genetic improvement in sheep, beef and dairy cattle. Of course, this genetic improvement is tailored to top performance within pasture-based farming systems. It has been a huge effort not only involving a large scientific community, but thousands of farmers dedicated to measuring and recording animal production and using that data to make the best selection and breeding decisions. There are many genetic success stories in New Zealand, and you can share their success. Just click on one of the links at left. Animal Health |
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