Trend in Genomic Versus Proven Sire Usage

Each year, Lactanet updates the young sire market share and the trend in the use of genomic young bulls versus proven sires for Holstein, Jersey, Ayrshire, and Brown Swiss. 

See the plots below for a 2022 update.

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By Hannah Sweett, Ph. D.
Hannah discovered her passion for agriculture during her undergraduate degree at the University of Guelph and through work experience in the dairy industry. She holds a B.Sc. in Molecular Biology and Genetics and a Ph.D. in Animal Genetics, focusing on the genetic improvement of dairy cattle fertility.
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