Getting the genetics right

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CRV’s latest bull team offers more than just great genetics, responding to farmer demand for genetic solutions to tackle challenges around the environment, herd efficiency and animal welfare.

The company has introduced a wide range of new sires to its portfolio for 2021, with 22 newly graduated sires and 15 new genomic InSires, in addition to 13 new sires in their global portfolio.

CRV is encouraging farmers to get orders in early for sexed semen, as availability is limited. The bull team offers options for high indexing, high production, A2 sires and is sure to sell quickly.

The company’s 2021 dairy beef offer now includes Angus and Belgian Blue as a FertaBull product, in addition to Hereford.

“Sustainable dairy farming cannot be achieved by index alone,” says CRV product manager Peter van Elzakker. “Farmers need to look more broadly than production figures and select genetics that will help them achieve their breeding goals based on the needs of their farm business.

“This year’s bull team reflects the confidence farmers have in using genetic solutions, such as genomic sires and sexed semen, when making breeding decisions.

“Improving a herd’s environmental efficiency continues to be a priority for many farmers.”

Top ranking sire in the Jersey breed is Puketawa King Connacht JG - ranking first for both All Breeds and Jersey on the RAS list. Connacht is a member of CRV’s LowN team, offering fantastic longevity, low SCC and strong capacity.

In the crossbreeds, Arkans Gurkha is ranked number seven. Gurkha offers exceptional efficiency and excellent health traits. Both traits are highly sought after by farmers.

In the Friesians, new graduate Alias is ranked second. Alias is in the LowN Sires team, again offering more than just high indexes.

CRV Product Manager Peter van Elzakker: “Improving a herd’s environmental efficiency continues to be a priority for many farmers.”

• To access the CRV 2021 Catalogue online visit Digital Catalogues - CRV (crv4all.co.nz)

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