WA dairy farmers use genomic testing data in herd management decisions
Every decision on Bob and Jacqui Biddulph’s dairy farm is data driven. There’s no stone unturned when it comes to measuring and monitoring performance for the self-confessed “number crunchers”.
Genetic gains in the dairy industry look set to contribute $3 billion to the national economy in the next decade
A funding boost from an unlikely source looks set to accelerate that even further.
Queensland researchers aim to boost India dairy production with genomics
Queensland researchers are using AI-based breeding technology to help Indian dairy industry keep up with the nation’s demand for milk products, with a grant from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation funding the work.
Genomics revolution lifts dairy farm production
A high-tech revolution is occurring on Australian dairy farms but it’s not one that’s readily visible. The technology is not a bright, shiny piece of machinery, nor some fancy computer software.
The CEO of Silicon Valley's favorite meal-replacement startup shares why he thinks the tide is shifting on genetic engineering
The CEO of Soylent, the startup behind Silicon Valley’s favorite meal replacement shake, says he believes people are beginning to embrace foods made with genetic engineering.Soylent began publicizing its use of GMOs nearly four years ago, when anti-GMO rhetoric was at an all-time high.Now, “the pendulum is swinging in favor of the science,” the CEO told Business Insider.
The CEO of Silicon Valley’s favorite meal-replacement startup shares why he thinks the tide is shifting on genetic engineering
The CEO of Soylent, the startup behind Silicon Valley’s favorite meal replacement shake, says he believes people are beginning to embrace foods made with genetic engineering.Soylent began publicizing its use of GMOs nearly four years ago, when anti-GMO rhetoric was at an all-time high.Now, “the pendulum is swinging in favor of the science,” the CEO told Business Insider.
Dairy genomic project closer to feed efficiency number
The Canadian portion of the project hopes to gain more funding to complete its work.
Kiwi adds Red genetics to Holstein herd to boost milk production
SOUTH Australian dairy farmer Mike Green wanted to improve the health and fertility of his herd in 2004, so he turned to Australian Reds.
