Breed Development
Are There Opportunities to Improve Through Genetic Selection?
A study revealed a $695 per carcase difference in carcase revenue (Graph1.) based on carcase data collected in Cohort 5 of the Angus Sire Benchmarking Program (ASBP). · The study compared carcase values, on a progeny average basis, between the highest and lowest ranked sires · The parameters are based on a general long-fed production system (200+ days) with the aim of producing and selling high quality Angus beef products. The specific parameters applied were: $/kg HSCW
$/kg HSCW
$/kg HSCW
P8 Fat
P8 Fat
Marble Score 3+
Marble Score 3
Marble Score 0-3
25mm 30mm
30mm+
$8.40
$8.00
$7.20
-$0.10
-$0.15
Table 1. Specific parameters applied to the carcase revenue Study from ASBV Cohort 5
Graph 1. Difference in carcase revenue based on carcase data collected in Cohort 5 of the Angus Sire Benchmarking Program
Summary
MSA offers significant price premium opportunities for producers able to consign cattle to markets that are underpinned by MSA. Within the various factors that effect the compliance of each carcase and the eating quality of the cuts are a range on non-genetic factors and as well as genetic variation of traits of significance that help to explain the differences in carcase value. Placing selection pressure on your breeding program and the genetics being utilised with relation to Docility, Rib and Rump fat, IMF, Carcase Weight and Growth will all provide benefits to your compliance and carcase quality performance. A careful and balanced approach will ensure an optimum outcome for your production system and should include a balanced selection of these traits as well as other production traits important to other aspects of your business such as fertility.
Take Home Messages: · Carcase Quality and Carcase Compliance have multiple contributing factors. · Compliance and Eating quality have significant price premiums available. · Management continues to be important, however genetics also needs focus for an optimum overall result. · Selecting for traits of importance contribute positively towards overall profitability by increasing compliance rates and eating quality to meet commercial specifications. · Tools available for use in breeding programs, such as EBVs, help to explain some of the variation seen in the actual carcase results. · Ensure Angus bulls your selecting are fit for purpose by reviewing modules in the Angus Education centre including: https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/ education/breeding-and-genetics/selecting-bulls
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