Content related to the topic: breeding

29 February 2024

Breeding cattle that eat less

Learn about progress with genomic estimated breeding values and feed intake in cattle

6 February 2024

Genetic trends in beef sires used on dairy cows

We estimate that in 2023, over half of the prime beef animals finished in the UK had a dairy dam. This means that breeding decisions made by dairy farmers are having a huge impact on the beef industry.

2 February 2024

Performance recorded terminal sires − Bred for commercial sheep production

The UK breeds sheep using world-leading terminal sire genetics and has some of the best tools for measuring and analysing sheep in the world. This booklet, produced by Signet Breeding Services, outlines how breeders can get involved with performance recording their flock and the tools available.

2 February 2024

Dorset sheep − Bred for commercial sheep production

The UK breeds sheep using world-leading terminal sire genetics and has some of the best tools for measuring and analysing sheep in the world. This booklet, produced by Signet Breeding Services, outlines how Dorset breeders can get involved with performance recording their flock and the tools available.

2 February 2024

Hampshire Down sheep − Bred for commercial sheep production

The UK breeds sheep using world-leading terminal sire genetics and has some of the best tools for measuring and analysing sheep in the world. This booklet, produced by Signet Breeding Services, outlines how Hampshire Down breeders can get involved with performance recording their flock and the tools available.

2 February 2024

Charollais sheep − Bred for commercial sheep production

The UK breeds sheep using world-leading terminal sire genetics and has some of the best tools for measuring and analysing sheep in the world. This booklet, produced by Signet Breeding Services, outlines how Charollais breeders can get involved with performance recording their flock and the tools available.

2 February 2024

Suffolk sheep − Bred for commercial sheep production

The UK breeds sheep using world-leading terminal sire genetics and has some of the best tools for measuring and analysing sheep in the world. This booklet, produced by Signet Breeding Services, outlines how Suffolk breeders can get involved with performance recording their flock and the tools available.