STtalks

Proof news is here! Following the very successful August 2025 Genetic Evaluations, we had a lot to catch up on and learn. In this STtalks, we get a brief overview of the changes made to the calving traits as well as the release of CDCB’s Milk Speed Trait and how we can look at this in comparison to STgenetics® Robotic Cow Index. Additionally, we dive into the deep lineup of Proven sires, highlighted with a new #1 TPI Sire in GARZA as well as the impact of CAPTAIN throughout the list. We learn about a new group of Slick bulls, the Legend™ Program, about the exciting lineup of young bulls and how a plan and vision put together 5 years ago is really paying off today.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:45 Overview of 2025 Genetic Evaluations

 02:14 Robotic Cow Index (RCI) vs. Milking Speed Trait

 04:38 Highlighting the Proven Sire List

 06:29 CAPTAIN's Legacy and His Sons

 09:57 Exciting New Proven Sires

 17:21 New Slick Bulls and Their Impact

 19:55 Young Genomic Sires and Future Prospects

 23:03 The Legend™ Program and STyle Genetics™

 27:14 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Doug Lloyd of Sprucetone Holsteins in Ontario, Canada joins us to share his experience utilizing STgenetics® Farmfit® health monitoring system. From the peace of mind it brings him along with the bulk of information, Farmfit® has allowed Doug to keep a closer eye on his herd and promotes a more proactive care approach. Doug also shares the kind of cow he is breeding for and how this system has worked itself into his day to day as well as where he believes it will help him get to next.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:30 Overview of Sprucetone Holsteins
00:55 Breeding Philosophy and Favorite Bulls
02:55 Introduction to STgenetics® Farmfit® Program
04:03 Implementation and Benefits of Farmfit®
06:07 Utilizing Farmfit® Data
13:41 Future Plans for Sprucetone Holsteins
15:15 Conclusion and Farewell

We learn about all the latest updates to STgenetics® Robotic Cow Index with Piush Khanal, STgenetics® Quantitative Geneticist in the latest STtalks! Piush delves into the intricacies of the index, explains its goals, and discusses the traits considered, such as milking speed, box time, and effective milking speed. In this STtalks, you can learn how this innovative RCI index aims to enhance genetic selection for robotic milking efficiency, ultimately improving profitability for dairy farmers across the globe.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:36 Guest Background and Role at STgenetics®

02:10 Overview of the Robotic Cow Index (RCI)

04:30 Traits Included in the RCI

08:23 Recent Updates to the RCI

09:43 Importance of Confirmation Traits

11:59 Data Collection and Accuracy

13:10 Comparison with Holstein USA's Milking Speed Trait

15:41 Final Thoughts and Conclusion

We continue our intern discussions, this time with the interns from STgenetics® Canada. Mckenna Stephens, Louis-Philip Dionne, Rose Noiseux and Taylor Dekker join us to share their experiences and what they learned over their time with the sales, Farmfit® and Genetic Visions-ST™ teams in Canada. From the impact of genomic testing to the importance of embracing new technology, this episode dives deep into the evolving landscape of the dairy industry.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introductions

00:45 Internship Roles and Responsibilities

03:56 Motivations for Joining STgenetics® Canada

06:44 Key Learnings and Experiences

12:27 Perceptions of the Dairy Industry

22:08 Advice for Future Interns

24:57 Conclusion and Farewell

In celebration of National Intern Day, we invited a group of STgenetics® interns to join STtalks for a roundtable discussion on their unique backgrounds and roles within our teams. In this episode, we learn about what drew them to their STgenetics® internship, the lessons they have learned so far and where this experience is steering them in the future.

00:00 Welcome and Introductions

03:47 Internship Roles and Responsibilities

09:57 Choosing the Right Internship

15:32 Memorable Experiences and Learning

25:57 Advice for Future Interns

30:31 Future Plans and Conclusion

O Avanço da Genômica no Melhoramento do Gir Leiteiro no Brasil com Marcos Vinicius Barbosa da Silva e Rafael Ribeiro

Neste STtalks, vamos compreender quais são os impactos da Genômica no Melhoramento Genético da raça Gir Leiteiro no Brasil. Além disso, você vai saber as perspectivas para o futuro da raça Gir Leiteiro e como a STgenetics Brasil está implementando tecnologias e soluções para gerar resultados e decisões cada vez mais precisas para os produtores de Gir Leiteiro no país!

00:00 Introdução

01:10 Início da Avaliação Genômica de Gir Leiteiro

02:46 Impactos da Avaliação Genômica nos Índices Zootécnicos

03:34 Seleção Genômica e Melhoria dos Touros

04:36 Importância da raça Gir Leiteiro para a STgenetics®

07:31 Exportação de Genética e Tecnologia Genômica

08:25 Impacto do Melhoramento Genético na raça Girolando

11:57 Perspectivas Futuras para Criadores de Gir Leiteiro

15:38 Conclusão e Agradecimentos

Accuracy. Profitability. Productivity. That’s STgenetics Vision+™ genomic testing offering and in this episode of STtalks, Mena Schmitt, STgenetics® Genetic Services Specialist joins us to discuss the benefits and offering of genomic testing from STgenetics®. Mena explains how genomic testing can enhance on-farm profitability through informed breeding decisions and how it can be utilized to assist dairy producers in achieving their goals.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:29 Benefits of Genomic Testing

01:27 STgenetics® Genomic Testing Options

01:37 Vision+20™: The Basics

02:35 Vision+50™: Advanced Testing

03:11 Vision+75™: The Flagship Product

04:31 Ensuring Accuracy and Profitability

06:13 Genomic Testing as Precision Agriculture

07:31 Differentiating Vision+™

08:51 Getting Started with Genomic Testing

09:52 Recent Additions to the Genomic Portfolio

10:49 Conclusion and Contact Information

The diversity and high-performance of the Holstein breed are only a few of the reasons why Registered Holstein breeder, Joey Airoso of Airoso Dairy in Pixley, California continues to add data and improvement to the registered population. In this STtalks, we learn about Joey’s breeding philosophy, why he values the registered Holstein business and his views on the importance of improving the Holstein breed.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:31 History of Airoso Dairy

02:25 Breeding Philosophy and Goals

03:55 Early Influences and Mentors

08:21 Importance of Registration

16:30 Data and Herd Management

17:55 Advice to Dairy Producers

21:45 Conclusion and Farewell

Artificial Intelligence. What is it and how can it fit into your dairy? That is the topic Chris Cunningham of Dairy Performance Network joins us to delve into. We explore how AI can improve dairy management, automation, and data-driven decision-making. Chris shares insights on the practical applications of AI, the challenges and opportunities for both younger and older generations of dairymen, and the future potential of AI technology in dairy farming.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:34 Understanding Dairy Performance Network

01:16 AI in the Dairy Sector

02:12 Implementing AI in Dairy Operations

03:20 Generational Differences in AI Adoption

04:46 Starting with AI: Farm-Specific Approaches

06:11 Future of AI in Dairy Farming

07:34 Challenges and Practicality of AI

13:16 Advice for Dairy Producers on AI Adoption

15:34 Conclusion 

Novo Convênio para o Melhoramento Genômico da Raça Jersey no Brasil!

Saiba tudo sobre o novo convênio, resultado da parceria técnica entre a Associação dos Criadores de Gado Jersey do Brasil, Embrapa Gado de Leite e a STgenetics Brasil e quais os benefícios para os criadores associados. O convênio visa potencializar o desenvolvimento e a base de dados da Raça Jersey no Brasil, consolidando informações e tecnologia, com objetivo de expandir cada vez mais o mercado Jersey no país e atrair investimentos e subsídios ao setor!

00:00 Introdução ao Episódio e Apresentação dos Convidados

00:52 Parceria Técnica: STgenetics® e Jersey Brasil

03:02 Impacto da Parceria na Raça Jersey

05:18 Importância dos Dados Genéticos e Registro

05:46 Ferramentas Genômicas no Melhoramento Genético

11:14 Processo de Análise Genômica

14:07 Conclusão e Agradecimentos