Genetics in the Paddock with Emily

Join us for another very exciting episode of "Genetics in the Paddock with Emily" as we welcome Dr. Matt Wolcott (Animal Genetics and Breeding Unit) and Catriona Millen (Agricultural Business Research Institute) for a mythbusting episode. We discuss common misconceptions that arise when using the BREEDPLAN genetic evaluation service for beef cattle.

Matt and Catriona discuss several topics such as low heritability traits, low accuracy, cheating the system, breeding values being the only important factor and more.

Join us to hear more about these common misconceptions, and what the explanations behind this proven and powerful technology are. Whether you're a producer, a researcher, or simply want to know more about how we can use genetics to make improvements and selection decisions, this episode is packed with knowledge you won't want to miss!

This episode is produced by the Extensive Livestock Team within the NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development.

To provide feedback, comments, suggestions for future topics or guest speakers you'd like to hear from, please email: [email protected].

This information is for informative and educational purposes only and does not constitute advice.

BREEDPLAN:  https://breedplan.une.edu.au/

Join us for another interesting episode of "Genetics in the Paddock with Emily" as we welcome Professor Sam Clark in Quantitative Genetics, from the University of New England. In this episode, we discuss the importance and practical use of reference data sets, the value of genomics, breeding programme design and personal insights and reflections.

Sam takes us through how he finds the balance between research and teaching.  We also discuss some of the biggest challenges, memorable moments and the importance of collaboration within the research space.

Come along to hear Sam's experience, working in Quantitative Genetics across several species, including some of the important projects he's currently working on. Whether you're a producer, a researcher, or simply want to know more about Sam's insightful work, this episode is packed with knowledge you won't want to miss!

This episode is produced by the Extensive Livestock Team within the NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development.

To provide feedback, comments, suggestions for future topics or guest speakers you'd like to hear from, please email: [email protected].

This information is for informative and educational purposes only and does not constitute advice.

Join us for another exciting episode of "Genetics in the Paddock with Emily" as we welcome Dr. Dominic Waters, an Associate Professor in Quantitative Genetics at University of New England (UNE), and a recent PhD graduate. In this episode, we discuss the Dom's experience during his PhD, including some of the important work he dedicated his time to.

Dom offers the unique insights of a recent PhD student who has now dived into the world of academia. He discusses his work that encompassed genotype by environment interactions, and why it was important to capture data across multiple environments for his studies. This is an episode of reflection, as well as some useful tips and tricks for those who might be wanting to take the leap into the world of research!

Come along to hear Dom's insights on PhD experience and his research findings. Whether you're a producer, already in research, or thinking about genetics as a career option, this episode is packed with knowledge you won't want to miss!

This episode is produced by the Extensive Livestock Team within the NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development.

To provide feedback, comments, suggestions for future topics or guest speakers you'd like to hear from, please email: [email protected].

This information is for informative and educational purposes only and does not constitute advice.

Join us for another exciting episode of "Genetics in the Paddock with Emily" as we welcome Dr. Sue Mortimer, a research scientist from the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. In this episode, we discuss how to find the balance between wool production and eating quality traits and some of her research findings in improving carcass traits in Merinos.

Sue takes us through the research findings from her extensive work done on eating quality in Merinos.  We also discuss overall liking scores, different cuts of meat and some of the genetic relationships discovered when considering a dual purpose Merino.

Come along to hear Sue's discoveries on eating quality, how this work is being incorporated into indexes for producers to make selection decisions, and her thoughts on the future projecions. Whether you're a producer, a researcher, or simply want to know more about Sue's fantastic work, this episode is packed with knowledge you won't want to miss!

This episode is produced by the Extensive Livestock Team within the NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development.

To provide feedback, comments, suggestions for future topics or guest speakers you'd like to hear from, please email: [email protected].

This information is for informative and educational purposes only and does not constitute advice.

Join us for another exciting episode of "Genetics in the Paddock with Emily" as we welcome Sally Martin, who is the Managing Director and Senior Consultant at SheepMetriX. In this episode, we discuss the the importance of a balanced approach to genetic improvement.

Sally offers her own insights around how to balance data with visual assessment when making important purchases and navigating the use of genetic technologies and tools available. This episode also covers some common challenges, as well as how the industry has advanced over time.

Come along to hear Sally's perspective sustainability, balanced selection, mulesing, genomics and more!. Whether you're a producer, a researcher, or simply want to hear more about Sally's experience in the sheep industry, this episode is packed with knowledge you won't want to miss!

This episode is produced by the Extensive Livestock Team within the NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development.

To provide feedback, comments, suggestions for future topics or guest speakers you'd like to hear from, please email: [email protected].

This information is for informative and educational purposes only and does not constitute advice.
Links related to this episode:

SheepMetriX: https://www.sheepmetrix.com.au/

Join us for another exciting episode of "Genetics in the Paddock with Emily" as we welcome Dr. David Hopkins, the Chief Editor of the Meat Science Journal. In this episode, we discuss the various topics around meat science and the impact genetic selection can have on these important traits..

David offers an interesting perspective, taking us back in time to the coordinated effort of improving the Australian lamb industry. He also explains the importance of tenderness, pH, intramuscular fat and meat colour in relation to eating quality. This episode touches on a range of different topics inside the space of genetics and meat science.

Come along to hear David's insights on eating quality, genetic trends, new technologies and his thoughts on what's yet to come in the meat science space. Whether you're a producer, a researcher, or simply curious about meat science and what David has to say, this episode is packed with knowledge you won't want to miss!

This episode is produced by the Extensive Livestock Team within the NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development.

To provide feedback, comments, suggestions for future topics or guest speakers you'd like to hear from, please email: [email protected].

This information is for informative and educational purposes only and does not constitute advice.

Join us for another exciting episode of "Genetics in the Paddock with Emily" as we welcome Professor Julius van der Werf, a Professor in Animal Breeding and Genetics at University of New England (UNE). In this episode, we discuss the various topics around sustainability, particularly what research is happening in this space at the moment and what it'll mean for various industries.

Julius offers unique international insights in the sustainability space and highlights the importance of several projects in the work that will give producers the option to lower the methane output of their ruminant livestock. He also answers the question of, will selecting for methane lower productivity? This episode also dives into the highlights of Julius's great and extensive career in both research and teaching. 

Come along to hear Julius's insights on sustainability, genomics, climate change and other important topics in the livestock space. Whether you're a producer, a researcher, or simply curious about Julius's teachings, this episode is packed with knowledge you won't want to miss!

This episode is produced by the Extensive Livestock Team within the NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development.

To provide feedback, comments, suggestions for future topics or guest speakers you'd like to hear from, please email: [email protected].

This information is for informative and educational purposes only and does not constitute advice.
Links related to this episode:

Low Methane Beef project: https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/dpi/about-us/research-and-development/projects/animals/low-methane-beef-project

Low Methane Sheep project: https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/dpi/about-us/research-and-development/projects/animals/low-methane-sheep-lms

Join us for another exciting episode of "Genetics in the Paddock with Emily" as we welcome Peta Bradley, the Manager of SheepGenetics (SG) within Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA). In this episode, we discuss the intricacies sheep genetics, with a focus on Peta's insights from the SheepGenetics suite of genetic evaluation services for sheep and goats.

Peta discusses her experience working at SG for several years. She shares her insights on how trends have changed and how breeding objectives have shifted over time, giving us much to reflect on. This episode also touches on how performance groups have played an integral role in the genetic improvement of Merinos, terminals and maternals over the years.

Come along to hear about how we can use SheepGenetics genetic evaluation services to make more informed breeding decisions, as well as the importance of data driven decisions and recording. Whether you're a producer, a researcher, or simply curious about how SheepGenetics operates, this episode is packed with insider knowledge you won't want to miss!

This episode is produced by the Extensive Livestock Team within the NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development.

To provide feedback, comments, suggestions for future topics or guest speakers you'd like to hear from, please email: [email protected].

This information is for informative and educational purposes only and does not constitute advice.
Links related to this episode:

SheepGenetics: https://www.sheepgenetics.org.au/

Join us for a fascinating episode of "Genetics in the Paddock with Emily" as we welcome Catriona Millen, an Extension and Technical Consultant from the Agricultural Business Research Institute (ABRI)'s BREEDPLAN. In this episode, we discuss the intricacies beef genetics, with a focus on Catriona's learnings from the BREEDPLAN genetic evaluation service for beef cattle.

Catriona discusses her experience working with global and diverse markets and production systems. She shares her insights the use of Estimated Breeding Values (EBVs), giving us many helpful tips and tricks to implement. This episode also touches on some potential challenges producers may encounter when using BREEDPLAN and how we can troubleshoot these issues.

Come along to hear about how we can use BREEDPLAN and genetic technologies to make more informed breeding decisions, as well as the importance of data driven decisions and recording.. Whether you're a producer, a researcher, or simply curious about how BREEDPLAN works, this episode is packed with insider knowledge you won't want to miss!

This episode is produced by the Extensive Livestock Team within the NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development.

To provide feedback, comments, suggestions for future topics or guest speakers you'd like to hear from, please email: [email protected].

This information is for informative and educational purposes only and does not constitute advice.
Links related to this episode:

BREEDPLAN: https://breedplan.une.edu.au/

Join us for a fascinating episode of "Genetics in the Paddock with Emily" as we welcome Dr. Michael Aldridge, a research scientist from the Animal Genetics and Breeding Unit (AGBU). In this episode, we discuss the intricate world of genetics and sustainability, focusing on the new and exciting research in around methane.

Dr. Aldridge sheds light on the complexity of methane emissions from ruminant animals and how research to underpin breeding values will provide options for more sustainable livestock productions in the near future. With his extensive research and experiences from the Netherlands and various production systems worldwide, Dr. Aldridge offers invaluable insights and practical solutions for reducing methane emissions through selective breeding.

Discover how genetics can play a pivotal role in creating a greener future for the livestock industry, and gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities in this field. Whether you're a producer, a researcher, or simply curious about sustainable agriculture, this episode is packed with expert knowledge you won't want to miss!

This episode is produced by the Extensive Livestock Team within the NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development.

To provide feedback, comments, suggestions for future topics or guest speakers you'd like to hear from, please email: [email protected].

This information is for informative and educational purposes only and does not constitute advice.

Links related to this episode:
AGBU: http://agbu.une.edu.au/

Low Methane Beef project: https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/dpi/about-us/research-and-development/projects/animals/low-methane-beef-project

Low Methane Sheep project: https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/dpi/about-us/research-and-development/projects/animals/low-methane-sheep-lms