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DairyTalk 587: Europe’s Dairy Breeding Strategy Balances Genomics With Real-World Functionality - by Helmut Demmelhuber
This podcast episode explores a specialist analysis on European Holstein breeding strategies and the growing focus on functional high performance. The discussion examines why many European breeding programs prioritize longevity, fertility, and robustness instead of focusing exclusively on maximum milk yield. The analysis contrasts this approach with North American breeding systems, which are often more heavily driven by extreme production traits. It also highlights the risks associated with narrow genomic selection, including reduced genetic diversity and rising inbreeding pressure. Modern…
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