In this episode, WestVic Dairy Extension Advisor Debbie Twiss speaks with dairy farmers Victoria Burleigh and Luke Davison about their experiences using genomic testing data as part of their herd management strategies.   

The couple – who farm at Nullawarre in Victoria’s south-west – started genomic testing of their herd in 2020. They share how and why they got started, their business decisions based on this new data that saw improved profitability, as well as some practical examples into the business applications of heifer genomics for others to consider. 

You can find out more about heifer genomics and genomic testing visit Genetics | Dairy Australia 

Further information:  

• Visit the Datagene website.  
• Phone Datagene on 1800 841 848 for information about the sustainability index.  
• Contact your local extension program provider to register your interest in upcoming dairy industry genomics courses.