Implementing Practical Genetics for the Commercial Dairy
Heather Huson, Faculty, Department of Animal Science, Cornell University, is offering a webinar series every Wednesday at noon February 16 through March 16, 2022.
Based on Dr. Huson’s Applied Genetics course, this webinar series offers participants an understanding of how to use genetic information to reach their herd goals. An optional in person session will provide an opportunity for hands on practice with genetic analysis tools.
Course Topics
FEBRUARY 16, 2022 | 12:00-1:00 PM EST
Overview of Genetic Evaluations
Review of individual traits, targeted indexes, and total performance indexes. Overview of how to obtain genetic evaluations for your herd and what is included in the results.
FEBRUARY 23, 2022 | 12:00-12:45 PM ET
Inbreeding and Crossbreeding
Discussion of how to manage inbreeding, the effects of inbreeding depression, and how crossbreeding can be utilized.
MARCH 2, 2022 | 12:00-12:45 PM EST
Management and Decision Making
Overview of how genetic evaluation results can be used in management decisions.
MARCH 9, 2022 | 12:00-12:45 PM EST
Marketing and Industry Impact
How genetic evaluations are used in marketing, including details you should ask, and ways to select and market your own animals.
MARCH 16, 2022 | 12:00-12:45 PM EST
Data Review
Examine genetic evaluation data, create personalized indexes, and how to use this in management strategies.
You must attend this virtual seminar to attend the option in-person workshop on March 30.
IN PERSON WORKSHOPS | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM (lunch provided)
MARCH 30, 2022 | Morrison Hall, Cornell University
April 1, 2022 | SUNY ATTAIN Lab in Perry, NY
Opportunity to work with real data in basic excel sheets and in different industry software packages.
AGENDA
- 10:00 AM – Presentations
- Noon – Lunch and sponsor interaction
- 1:00 PM – Presentations
Dates
February 16 through March 16, 2022 (virtual)
March 30 or April 1, 2022 (option in person)
Registration
$50.00 per person
This program is available at a reduced cost of $50 thanks to the generous support of our industry sponsors:ASAP Interiors, CHR HANSEN, Dairy Herd Management Services, Farm Credit East, Feedworks USA, Keseca Veterinary Clinic, Lutz Feed, Perry Vet Clinic, and Zinpro.