Using EBVs to enhance flock performance from forage

Learn about the genetics of the Meatlinc breed, how EBVs are calculated and why selecting rams with optimal figures could help to improve your flock performance and profitability.

This farm talk and BBQ is being held by Bishopton Veterinary Group at Horn Farm by kind permission of farmer and Beef & Lamb Sector Council member George Fell and his family.

Join George and the team alongside AHDB and Signet breeding specialist Laura Eyles, to discuss the genetics of the Meatlinc breed.

What you will learn about

• The genetics of the Meatlinc breed
• How EBVs are calculated
• Why selecting rams and optimal figures could help to improve your flock performance and profitability

We will view the stock to compare physical attributes with EBVs and discuss outcomes from the RamCompare project to understand how these figures translate into the carcase traits desired for the end market.

Kindly supported by Ceva.

To book, please ring Bishopton Veterinary Group on 01765 602396.