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Genomics – A New Era for Cattle Breeding. Session - ICBF

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Summary. Role of genomics in<br />

Irish breeding programs <strong>–</strong><br />

Parentage Verification (i)<br />

• Case is compelling. Infra-structure is in place; (i)<br />

customised chip (under constant improvement),<br />

(ii) database, (iii) service providers (Weatherby’s,<br />

HB, & <strong>ICBF</strong>), & (iv) appetite amongst breeders.<br />

• Need to establish operational & funding models.<br />

<strong>–</strong> Present to HB councils (mandatory, voluntary….?).<br />

• Shared approach (HB , <strong>ICBF</strong>, Teagasc &<br />

Weatherby’s ) = better service <strong>for</strong> farmers.<br />

• Opportunity to become world leaders in<br />

implementation of genomic technologies.<br />

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