Create a Genetic Plan

Optimizing specific traits in the herd leads to many benefits, including improved animal health, more efficient milk production, and longer lifespan. These factors directly impact the dairy's bottom line and affect the well-being of the herd and the sustainability of the dairy's operation.

Alta BLUE LINK guides you through critical decisions to determine the best route forward for your herd, including the identification of specific sires and dams that will lead to improvements in a single generation, as well as herd-wide changes for the long term.

Genetic planning requires several decisions to be made, including: 

• Herd breed and size: What is the breed of the herd? Is the dairy planning to maintain or expand the herd? 
• Genetic traits: Which genetic traits are you aiming to improve or change? 
• Are there specific illnesses or conditions you would like to minimize or eliminate from your herd? 

See the topics below to learn more: