DairyTalk 552: Elite Genomic Rankings Fade - Proven Cow Families Endure - by Helmut Demmelhuber

DairyTalk by Helmut Demmelhuber · Jul 19, 2026 · 10m

This podcast episode is based on an article from The Bullvine examining the economic value of proven cow families in modern dairy cattle breeding. At the center of the discussion is whether exceptional genomic breeding values alone are enough, or whether established maternal bloodlines provide a more reliable foundation for long-term genetic progress. The article explains why cow families with consistent performance across generations often deliver greater predictability in production, health, and longevity while reducing the financial risk associated with expensive embryo programs. It also…