August 14, 2023

From Inconsistency to Consistency: How Genetic Testing is Revolutionizing Commercial Cattle Selection Strategies - Featuring Ryan Ludvigson and Jed Hutchison

40 minutes

Uncover the hidden genetic potential of your herd and revolutionize your selection process as Ryan Ludvigson and Jed Hutchison dive into the world of genetic testing, revealing the shocking variations within commercial cattle and the urgent need for culling strategies to improve profitability and consistency in the industry.

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In this episode, you will be able to:

Grasp the important position of genetic testing with INHERIT Select to revolutionize the beef industry.

Ascertain the incredible advantages of employing genetic testing in your commercial beef cattle herd.

Master the art of understanding genetic test results and its substantial influence on your cattle venture.

Familiarize yourself with the powerful resource of genetic testing in devising select and culling strategies.

Recognize the immense potential of genetic testing in reshaping the beef industry.

My special guest is Ryan Ludvigson, Jed Hutchison

Ryan Ludvigson is a well-established figure from Billings, Montana, who along with his family runs Ludvigson Stock Farms. They have a solid reputation as Red Angus and Red Sim Angus seed stock producers. Ryan's expertise goes beyond the seedstock business; he's also part of The Orion Beef Group. His inputs have added significant value to cattle producers in the beef industry.

Jed Hutchison works for Zoetis on the Beef Genetics side of their business. He uses his passion and background in the beef industry to help other cattle producers understand how to leverage genetic information in a way that accelerates their business and increases profits.

The key moments in this episode are:

00:00:05 - Introduction,

00:02:03 - Background of the Guests,

00:04:12 - Overview of Inherit Select,

00:07:24 - Process and Benefits of Inherit Select,

00:12:39 - Making Decisions with Inherit Select,

00:15:37 - Resources to Understand EPD Results,

00:17:12 - Surprising Variation in Herds,

00:19:02 - Breed Composition and Sire Trace,

00:22:34 - Return on Investment,

00:27:28 - Benefits and Timelines,

00:31:51 - Selecting Genetics for a Successful Beef Industry,

00:33:50 - The Impact of Genetic Testing on the Beef Industry,

00:36:33 - DNA Profiling as a Game Changer in the Beef Industry,

00:39:21 - DNA Profiling for Commercial Herds,

00:41:46 - Embracing DNA Technology and Accurate Selection,

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