Cattle genetics and the future of cattle breeding

Make sure you listen to episode 1 to get the most from this bonus episode. 

Farming Focus is the podcast for farmers in the South West of England, but is relevant for farmers outside of the region or indeed anyone in the wider industry or who has an interest in food and farming. 

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Timestamps

00:01 Cornish Mutual jingle

00:14 Peter Green introduces the bonus and Prof Mike Coffey / Jim Dixon.

00:33 What is next for cattle genetics and what breakthroughs do we still want to make?

03:05 How useful is it to reduce breeding values down to a single figure?

05: 57 Lessons from traditional and heritage breeds?

07:51 Comments from Jim on other breeds. 

08:43 Make sure that the animals you have are fit for purpose where you are.