Beef-on-Dairy
Episode 76 – Beef genetics in the dairy system
In this episode, Anne Lee talks with Beef + Lamb NZ Head of Genetics Dr Jason Archer about the opportunities and challenges of using beef genetics over dairy cows.
Jason explains the importance of the bull not the breed when it comes to using beef genetics over dairy. A focus on traceability throughout the supply chain will improve outcomes for dairy farmers, rearers and finishers, he says. Jason also explains the Dairy Beef Progeny Test programme.
Paddock to plate productivity
Taranaki dairy farmer LeAnne Blakelock has launched a Rose Gold Veal brand in an attempt to reduce bobby calves and connect her dairy business closer to the beef value chain. Words Sheryl Haitana, Photos Natalie Waugh.
Growing the beef pie
Advancing beef-on-dairy will create win–win opportunities for dairy and beef farmers to improve returns and make emissions savings for the pastoral sector. Words Anne Lee.
Berf-on-Dairy Progeny sire list
A sire list for the Dairy–Beef Progeny Test 2025 mating will be published on Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s website in October. Words Sandra Taylor.