Genomic Testing
Genomics helps breeders identify animals in their herd that have the greatest genetic potential and testing can identify and develop important traits such as longevity and fertility.
Genomic test results can be confidently used to make better breeding decisions to match breeding goals.
Holstein Australia helps facilitate genomic testing for Holstein cows and bulls.
Latest Genomic Results
Every week Holstein Australia publishes two lists of genomically tested registered females, one being the best females with a first genomic breeding value, the other being the top list of all genomic tested females. You can download details of the most recent top 10 animals below.
Genomic Breeding Values
Australian genomic breeding values, ABV(g)s, are supplied for each sample that is submitted for testing.
Breeders can also choose to receive overseas genomic breeding values to give them additional information about their females. This is not available for males.
- Canadian genomic breeding values (GLPI)
- US genomic breeding values (TPI(g))
Please note that two samples and two tests may be required to get BOTH a US and a Canadian result.
Genomic testing application form
Process and Timing
Breeders wishing to receive genomic breeding values are required to supply Holstein Australia with:
- Herd book and National IDs of animals to be tested
- Hair or ear notch samples of the animals to be tested
- Are foreign genomic breeding values required: GLPI or TPI(g)
Sample submission and Breeding Value release dates for current year
| Samples To HA | ABV(g) Release to Owners | Run Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mon 28 February | Tues 11 April | Public |
| Tues 15 March | Wed 20 April | Routine |
| Mon 21 March | Wed 27 April | Routine |
| Mon 28 March | Tues 3 May | Routine |
| Mon 4 April | Tues 10 May | Routine |
| Mon 11 April | Tues 17 May | Routine |
| Tues 19 April | Tues 24 May | Routine |
| Tues 26 April | Tues 31 May | Routine |
| Mon 2 May | Tues 7 June | Routine |
| Mon 9 May | Wed 15 June | Routine |
| Mon 16 May | Tues 21 June | Routine |
| Mon 23 May | Tues 28 June | Routine |
| Mon 30 May | Tues 5 July | Routine |
| Mon 6 June | Tues 12 July | Routine |
| Mon 20 June | Tues 26 July | Routine |
| Mon 27 June | Tues 2 August | Routine |
| Mon 4 July | Mon 15 August | Public |
Samples received by the required date will be released to owners on the early release date. All animals will be released publically on the public ABV(g) release date.
Pricing
For each of the respective options and includes GST:
| Low Density | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cows | Bulls | |||
| ABV(g) | $55.00 | $66.00 | ||
| ABV(g) + TPI(g) | $77.00 | $396.00 | ||
| ABV(g) + TPI(g) + GLPI | $77.00 | N/A | ||
*Note: For TPI the price listed is for bulls tested under 15 months. Bulls over this age cost more to test. ABV(g) testing includes registration.
Genomic Recessive Testing
| With Genomic Breeding Value | |
| CVM | $48.40 |
| A2 Protein | $7.70 |
| Brachyspina | $27.50 |
| Polled | $33.00 |
| Red Carrier | $16.50 |