NZ genetic base cow update
From 20 June 2025, NZ Animal Evaluation (NZAEL) will update the genetic base cow from a 2005 to a 2015 animal, aligning with international best
June 19, 2025
From 20 June 2025, NZ Animal Evaluation (NZAEL) will update the genetic base cow from a 2005 to a 2015 animal, aligning with international best
Great breeding decisions today will lock in benefits for the future, building on past generations of breeding a resilient, efficient and profitable herd.
We revisit Greg and Kim Peddle’s farm in Gippsland and their impressive herd of LIC Holstein Friesians to explore how they are consistently achieving exceptional production results.
A group of 16 Australian dairy farmers recently embarked on an eye-opening tour of New Zealand’s renowned dairy regions, Waikato and Taranaki.
Matt, who has performed AI on his own herd for the past 14 years, found LIC’s AI training course both enlightening and rewarding.
Just like elite athletes, bulls need to be in top physical shape to perform at their best.
Dalmore Dairy in Dairy Plains, Tasmania, has been awarded the 2024 Dairy Business of the Year, a testament to the hard work and dedication of farm manager Mahesh Gampala and his team.
Artificial breeding is a busy time on farm and before you know it, it’s coming to an end. As the seasons change, your mating plan may need to change too.
Learn how Hamish and Fiona Winter, from South Canterbury NZ, consistently achieve impressive repro results from their system 5 farm.
Tom and Kim Kent are carrying on the rich legacy of running the family farm. They’re aiming to enhance resilience not only for the farm but for their family and the environment.
The highest 6-week in-calf rate and lowest not-in-calf rate on record for NZ herds was reported by LIC in April 2024. This is excellent news for farmers, as herds are more favourably placed for ongoing reproductive success next season, with cows calving earlier, more early season days-in-milk and greater opportunity to improve herd quality through culling options this autumn.
Our new Fast Forward Team™ offers a broader selection of our most elite genomic sires so you can fast-track genetic gain in their herds and ultimately deliver more value on farm.
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