STtalks

Proof news is here! The newest STtalks episode is live and this time we discuss the historical August 2024 Genetic Evaluation. We cover a lot of ground in this discussion; CAPTAIN’s history making 6th chart topping status on the Top 100 International TPI® Bull List, the changes seen through CDCB and Holstein USA, the depth of STgenetics® Proven Sire lineup, the release of 72 new bulls, the changes to STgen.com and more!

Diretamente da Agroleite, está no ar, episódio especial do STtalks no Brasil: uma conversa imperdível com Reinaldo Figueiredo, da Fazenda Figueiredo, e Rodrigo Zenha, Gerente Comercial da STgenetics Brasil. Desde a paixão por genética leiteira até os desafios transformados em oportunidades, Reinaldo nos conta como a Fazenda Figueiredo se tornou modelo de produtividade e sustentabilidade.

In this STtalks discussion we learn about Walnut Ridge Dairy’s unique history, herd management practices, and the integral role that genetics plays in their operations. Keith Chaplin and Jake Palladino from Walnut Ridge detail the farm's origins, their focus on cow comfort and sustainable farm practices, and their collaboration with Cornell University on various research projects. Wayne Wratten from STgenetics® explains the genetic tools and programs Walnut Ridge utilizes, while emphasizing the importance of genomic testing, EcoFeed® indexes and precision breeding strategies for herd improvement.

Um novo episódio do STtalks está no ar! Com o convidado Rodrigo Zenha, Gerente Comercial da STgenetics® Brasil, falamos sobre sua trajetória de 14 anos na empresa, desde os primórdios com o pioneirismo na sexagem de sêmen até os dias de hoje, com a Abordagem Integrada e a utilização de diversas tecnologias. Zenha destaca casos de sucesso, como as fazendas Ponte Alta e Figueiredo, em Goiás, e os avanços da STgenetics® Brasil em biotecnologia, incluindo testes genômicos e índices de eficiência alimentar para sustentabilidade. Venha com a gente conhecer esta incrível história de evolução e inovação!

EcoFeed® from STgenetics® is a Finalist for Innovation in Climate Action at the 2024 International Dairy Federation (IDF) Dairy Innovation Awards! In this STtalks discussion, Jocelyn Johnson, STgenetics® Livestock Research and Sustainability Manager, joins us to share about this outstanding accomplishment, where the vision of Ecofeed® has taken us and the true impact this technology can have on the agricultural industry as a whole.

In this STtalks episode we learn more about STgenetics® gender-sorted male beef product and its use in the dairy herd. Joining us to discuss this technology and its performance is a group who works specifically within STgenetics® Beef Add On™ and Research and Development team and together they share the conception rates they have seen, the number of inseminations they have recorded and what this data looks like when it is all put together.

Um novo episódio do STtalks está disponível! Com nosso convidado Rafael Ribeiro, Gerente da Linha Leite da STgenetics Brasil, conversamos sobre o Eco$ da STgenetics, novo índice de produtividade com sustentabilidade na produção de leite. Desde sua história, composição, vantagens e aplicações, vem conosco conhecer este índice que promete produzir a vaca dos sonhos dos produtores de leite brasileiros.

Écoutez le nouvel épisode de STtalks en français qui présente plusieurs taureaux au profil balancé. Les taureaux balancés passent bien souvent innaperçu. Cependant, les taureaux balancés sont de véritables vedettes en créant les vaches fonctionnelles que les producteurs recherchent tous. Les vaches sans problèmes que l’on ne voit pas!

Cattle care matters at Mapleview Dairy and Forest View Heifers and joining us to discuss that topic is Jordan Fisher, partner in each of these farms. Forest View Heifers implemented STgenetics® Farmfit® technology into their entire heifer population to better manage the younger members of their herd, direct their transitions more appropriately and to enhance the overall care their herd receives. The Farmfit® technology and platform has helped them navigate many health events, utilize their team more efficiently, accurately record health events and create a more tailored approach to their treatment courses. Jordan, along with Mitch Hockett, STgenetics® Farmfit® Manager, share with us their experience, how the utilization of this technology has benefited their herd, what the future looks like and more!

Following STgenetics® New Holstein Bull Release in June, we dive into the maternal lines and sire stacks of this exciting group in this STtalks episode. Tim Rauen joins us to share his viewpoint, exploring the families behind these bulls and what some of these new sires bring to the breeding table.