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Eleven breeders added to GA honour board
Eleven Australian farmers whose bulls have made a huge contribution on the national herd and across the globe have been added to the Genetics Australia...
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2024 Beef Autumn Update Out Now!
We are pleased to release our Beef Sire Update for Autumn 2024. We are excited to announce new sires Allendale True Blue T325, Ben Nevis Tribune...
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Genetics Drive Sustainability | Macka’s Australian Black Angus
For four generations, Macka’s Angus has been focused on sustainable farming practices and the development of their genetic program on family owned and operated farms...
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GA 2024 | Geelong conference to focus on future of cattle breeding
The GA 2024 Today, Tomorrow and Beyond conference in Geelong on March 18-19 will showcase new research and ideas that will shape the future of...
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Genetics the sustainable option
Visitors to the Genetics Australia 2024 Today, Tomorrow and Beyond conference in Geelong on March 18-19 will learn how genetics hold the key to a...
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Export News | Rob Derksen
Semen and Heifers arrive in Pakistan Another semen shipment landed in Pakistan in late 2023, closely followed by the second shipment of dairy heifers from...
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Award For Industry Stalwart
Former National Herd Development (NHD) marketing manager and industry stalwart, Christian Hickey, is the inaugural recipient of a new NHIA award for outstanding contribution to...
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Genetics Australia | Out and about
International Dairy Week Genetics Australia had a good number of visitors to the display at IDW in January. This was the first where Genetics Australia...
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A few of my favourite things – Jon Holland joins GA as Territory Manager
Genetics Australia’s new Northern Victoria Regional Sales Manager Jon Holland admits he’s a bit of a nerd when it comes to breeding elite cows. Which...
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Genetics Australia takes on Auzred portfolio
Genetics Australia (GA) has solidified the future of a local Australian Red breeding program by taking over the marketing and distribution of the Auzred XB...
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Australian Genetics Gain Momentum in Pakistan as New Shipment Departs
In a testament to the increasing demand for Australian genetics in Pakistan’s agricultural landscape, a fresh shipment embarked on its journey this week. Boasting an...
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Genetics Australia sponsors Angus Youth National Roundup 2024
Genetics Australia is thrilled to be sponsoring the 2024 Angus Youth National Roundup. We share Angus Australia’s passion and enthusiasm for supporting the next generation...
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Genetics Australia Co-Operative: Notice of AGM
The Genetics Australia 2023 Annual General Meeting will be held at The Ballantyne Centre, 9 Hastie Street, Tatura, Victoria, 3616 at 7pm on Monday 20th...
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A Working Obsession: Introduction to Damien Thomson
Damien Thomson admits he’s a bit obsessed when it comes to beef cattle genetics, so his new job as Genetics Australia’s beef manager is like...
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Understanding Recumbency in Holstein Calves
A new genetic disorder was recently identified within the Holstein breed. Formerly called calf recumbency – has now been named Early Onset Muscle Weakness Syndrome (MW). Below, you...
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City Student Inspired by Ag Course – Ashlea Cross joins Genetics Australia Team
Ashlea Cross grew up in suburban Warrandyte and went to school in suburban Ringwood but still found a way into agriculture. It was Ashlea’s school...
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Opportunities open as genetics joint venture begins
Australian genetics are set to conquer new worldwide markets following the launch of a major international joint venture. The joint venture between Genetics Australia Cooperative...
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Member Update: JV Proposal with URUS Group has been formally approved by the registrar
Dear members, Today we received the excellent news that our Joint Venture (JV) with URUS has been formally approved. Confirmation from the Registrar of Co-operatives...
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Sustainability Index – A Breeding Tool for a Greener Looking Future
Introduced in August 2022, the Sustainability Index (S.I) is a breeding tool to help dairy farmers fast track genetic gain for reduced emissions intensity. This...
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A NEW ERA – GA partners with global herd improvement leader
Genetics Australia will enter into a new joint venture with global herd improvement leader URUS in a move that will bring huge benefits for GA...
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