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.

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 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:

*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