New Maternal Line BLUP Options to Maximise Profitability

IRELAND - Hermitage Genetics can now provide alternative BLUP selection criteria according to individual customer requirements.
calendar icon 8 December 2014
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MLI 1 – Born alive

MLI selection is focused on increasing numbers Born Alive.

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MLI 2 – F.C.E.

MLI selection is focused on improving feed conversion, maximizing genetic potential of progeny to convert cereals into Lean Meat as efficiently as possible, while still maintaining the level of Born Alive.

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Hermitage Genetics

MLI 3 – Weaning Weight

MLI selection is focused on litter weight at weaning as a means of selecting for high milk yield (heritable trait) and subsequent improved growth rate.

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