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DairyTalk 111: From Genetics to Profit - The Economics of Early Replacement - by Helmut Demmelhuber
It’s the longevity paradox: genetically superior cows are leaving the herd earlier.
This episode breaks down the $1,350 replacement advantage and how genomics, beef-on-dairy, and IVF are reshaping herd economics - forcing dairies to choose between scaling, specializing, or stepping out.
With comments on a "The Bullvine"-article (November 6th, 2025) by Andrew Hunt: https://www.thebullvine.com/
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