The Canadian Angus Association can provide for its members a Geneprob herd analysis. This report will identify any animals in your herd that might have a probability of inheriting a recessive gene that causes either AM, NH, OS, MA or CA. The report can help members identify which animals to test for the genes, so that testing is focused in the most economical way possible.
Here are some comments from members who have used the Geneprob herd analysis:
“I thought that I was going to have to test all my animals for OS, but the Geneprob report showed me that if I tested just one sire and he came back free of the gene, then I would not need to test any other animals at all”.
“I didn’t think that NH was an issue in my herd, I am very particular about the pedigree that I use. But I got the herd analysis anyways. I was surprised to see that a few of the cows I had bought were out of a carrier bull, and had 50% probability of having the NH gene. I was happy to find out now and be able to get the tests done right away. I’d rather know now than later down the road”.
“I didn’t quite understand this whole genetics thing until I got my herd analysis and went through it with Kajal. It’s worth the $15 to really see what you have or don’t have”.
To request a Geneprob herd analysis contact, me by email or at 1-888-571-3580.
Posted by Kajal Devani
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