What is it? Data management software can be utilized by producers to capture, upload, and exchange information about individual cattle. The software aids in information flow between different operations and processing plants. Different data management platforms can also offer elements, such as: Age verification Calving records Nutrition and growth Antimicrobial use Health protocols and treatments […]
What is it? Rendering is a high-heat process that separates and converts “waste” animal tissue into usable materials and by-products. Rendering provides a recycling option for the parts of the cattle that are not consumed by humans, including fats, bones, and certain proteins. These meat by-products can be collected from farms, abattoirs, restaurants, and local
What is it? Genomics is the study of an organism’s complete set of DNA, or genome. It has many applications within the cattle industry, including: Seedstock selection Parentage verification Diagnostic testing Vaccine development Crop improvement Traceability in cases of certain disease outbreaks The Bovine Genome Project sequenced and analyzed the Hereford breed’s entire genome in
What is it? Agroledger is software created by Canadian sheep producers to simplify the livestock tracing process. At no additional cost, Canadian sheep producers can more easily meet regulatory requirements. More importantly, stakeholders can access information such as performance, grading, genetics, and wool data by using a CSIP tag. How does it work? By
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