Long-term benefits Genomic testing has multiple long-term benefits - with updated results for three years. Timeline with key decisions 5 months Genomic test results € 17 months € Sell surplus heifers 2 months Collect samples for genomic test 9 months Decide mating strategy for heifers 24-26 months Heifers calving in 1 26-28 months Decide mating strategy for 1st lact. cows >4 years Decide culling strategy for cows >3 years 2 Decide mating strategy for 2nd lact. cows 90% heifer calves By using sexed X-Vik semen on high genetic level heifers you get 90% heifer calves from your best females and achieve the highest genetic gain. 8 to 10 heifers out of 10 pregnancies vs. 3 to 7 heifers out of 10 pregnancies with conventional semen 5
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