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Genomic Breeding Values Released for Sheep in Northern Ireland

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Updated genomic breeding values are now available for six maternal sheep groups. Signet developed these values using data from flocks in County Antrim, including EasyCare and Wiltshire Horn flocks. The new figures combine an animal’s DNA information with recorded performance to improve selection reliability.

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The new figures allow genetic evaluation to be carried out before an animal has accumulated a full lifetime of production records. This work is intended to improve the reliability of selection decisions for breeders, and there are plans to further develop these evaluation programs in Northern Ireland.

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  • SignetProvides genetic evaluation for sheep and cattle
  • County AntrimProvided data from flocks used in the genomic assessment

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