Footrot - Capturing phenotypic data under Aussie conditions

Written By Sally Martin

In 2022, five (5) Merino breeders from NSW and Victoria provided cull rams that were sent to a central host property to collect Footrot phenotypes. 

SheepMetriX partnered with neXtgen Agri to coordinated the process, data collection and submission of the data to Sheep Genetics in the initial phase, to generate Research Breeding Values and eventually ASBVs (Australian Sheep Breeding Values) for Footrot in Australia, as is currently available in New Zealand. 

We are working closely with Sheep Genetics and AGBU (Animal Genetic Breeding Unit, UNE) to continue to capture the data needed to generate the ASBVs.

A similar program is now being planned for 2023 - If you are interested in being part of this developing frontier in animal health ASBVs please get in touch with either: -

 

Sally Martin https://www.wyllagrove.com.au
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