STtalks

STgenetics Canada team members join us to review the 2026 August Canadian Genetic Evaluations, discussing the sire lineup’s proven performance and highlighting new genetics, while considering what these results could mean for dairy producers and the future of the dairy industry. From sires like BREEZER, MYLO and RHETT for components, functional conformation and health traits to Canadian-bred bulls like SPOTLIGHT, CRYSTAL-PP and BRIGHTYPE-P to the polled, type sires LEYSER-PP and SIAKIM-PP, this discussion covers the strength of proven genetics, influential cow families, and new options designed to support the diverse goals of dairy producers around the world.

Cinq frères, une ferme et des activités d’élevage laitier, de boucherie, de volaille et de production de Camembert. En Normandie, découvrez comment la diversification façonne l’exploitation et influence jusqu’aux choix génétiques du troupeau au GAEC de la Cayenne. Pierre Bréant partage notamment son approche du génotypage, de la semence sexée et de la sélection pour produire un lait adapté à la transformation fromagère.

As summer comes to an end and fall approaches, STgenetics® takes a moment this Labor Day to recognize the farmers and ranchers whose dedication remains constant through every season. In this STtalks, we celebrate your tireless work to provide nutritious, delicious, and sustainable food for a growing world—and thank you for all you do.

Neste episódio, conversamos com Francine Campagnari, Gerente Sênior Global de Pesquisa e Desenvolvimento da STgenetics da Brasil, sobre o lançamento do livro “Não é sorte, é genética”. Francine compartilha como surgiu a iniciativa de transformar conhecimento científico em uma linguagem prática para o produtor e explica como a genômica pode apoiar melhores decisões de seleção, aumentando a eficiência, a produtividade e a lucratividade das propriedades leiteiras. Ouça agora!

In this episode, David Kendall and Kevin Ziemba break down the latest changes in August 2026 Holstein Genetic Evaluations, including new calf health traits for Resistance to Diarrhea (DIA) and Resistance to Respiratory Problems (RSP), updated fertility evaluations and the introduction of Holstein Conformation Composite (HCC). They also explain key fertility model updates, introduce First Service to Conception (FSC), discuss the importance of accurate health records, and preview what’s coming next in genetic evaluations.

STgenetics® released 37 new sires following the August 2026 Genetic Evaluations, and Logan Voigts and Alan Kruse join us to take a closer look at this diverse and impressive lineup. With 15 bulls over +3500 GTPI®, 15 exceeding +200 CFP, 13 surpassing +1200 Eco$, and an exceptional group of high-health sires, there’s plenty for Logan and Alan to discuss. They also dive into the impact these new sires will have on STgenetics®’ Legend™ program, while highlighting the continued emphasis on 4M™ High Purity. They wrap up with one statement that sums it all up: STgenetics® is “genetics without compromise.”

STtalks vous emmène dans le Finistère, en France, à la rencontre de Nicolas Diverres, associé du GAEC de Kergouezan. Découvrez une exploitation laitière où robotisation, pâturage et génétique se combinent pour gagner en efficacité. Nicolas partage son expérience avec le génotypage, la semence sexée et sa vision de l’avenir de l’élevage laitier.

Following the August 2026 Genetic Evaluations, Kevin Ziemba joins us to share updates and highlights from STgenetics® Colored Breed lineup. Kevin outlines the Jersey portfolio, highlighting that the genetic offering provides balanced profiles that emphasize components, udder traits, and fertility. We also hear updates on STgenetics® STamina™ crossbreeding program, citing multiple daughter-proven bulls with strong net merit and health traits, and Kevin shares STructred™ STyle sire standouts across Jersey, Brown Swiss and Ayrshire, while outlining STgenetics®’ balanced approach combining genomics and proven data.

Proof news is here! In this STtalks episode, Dan Carroll, David Kendall, and Tim Rauen break down the August 2026 Holstein Genetic Evaluations, trait updates and new traits, STgenetics® proven sire performance and the strength of the genomic sire lineup. They also explain how consistency between genomic predictions and daughter-proven results builds confidence in long-term genetic decisions, why strong cow families continue to drive genetic progress across generations, and how greater emphasis on efficiency, fertility, production and emerging market needs are shaping the future of dairy genetics.

With the heat of the season on us, we dive into a Beef on Dairy market update with Casey Anderson, director of STgenetics®’ Beef Add On™ Program. In this STtalks, we discuss the current market high and how this seems to be leveling off, with hamburger demand as a key driver. He emphasizes that a successful Beef on Dairy program focuses on creating elite dairy females, alongside proper beef genetics, healthy calf management, and disciplined planning. The conversation goes further as Casey advises treating a Beef on Dairy program as a brand, tracking profitability through trusted partners and downstream buy-in, and highlights STgenetics® progeny-proven, genomics-backed sire selection.