Genome Prairie works to get expensive equipment into the hands of smaller companies and agricultural organizations
For farmers in the field, quick genomics assessment offered by services like the Manitoba Canola Growers’ Pest Surveillance Initiative enables producers to know what problems they’re dealing with.Tag Archives genomics
Beef sector faces genomic roadblocks
Researcher urges industry to make the most of new technology, but producers say it must be worth the time it will require
Producers must keep better records in order for the cow-calf industry to use the full potential of genomics to select cattle for desirable traits, says a scientist. “If you’re going to take advantage of any of the new technologies, having a comprehensive individual cow record-keeping system is essential,” said John Basarab, a research scientist with […] Read more
Genomics project aims to improve bison health
Bison Integrated Genomics Project will focus on a vaccine to control bovine tuberculosis and brucellosis in wild herds
Researchers plan to use the latest genomic tools to target disease and create healthier bison herds in Canada. Genome Canada recently announced a $5.1 million genomics project to protect threatened Canadian bison populations in and around Wood Buffalo National Park, as well as other captive and farmed bison herds. The Bison Integrated Genomics Project, or […] Read more
Sequencing project targets barley
Plant scientists and genomics experts in Canada have sequenced and assembled the first reference genome for a Canadian malting barley variety. The genome for AAC Synergy barley was made public earlier this year in a project led by Agriculture Canada. AAC Synergy was developed by Agriculture Canada barley breeder Bill Legge and was registered in […] Read more
Canola pan-genome project develops
Combination of advanced computing and bioscience offers opportunities for all crops and a rapid path to higher yields
Work from an international private-public research consortium promises to bring improved canola varieties to farmers’ fields in record time, thanks to the marriage of genomics and artificial intelligence. “Ultimately, it’s a benefit to producers. They’ll see a faster turnaround in variety production, delivery of new varieties, better varieties,” said Andrew Sharpe, a researcher at the […] Read more
Program starts with good DNA
LUNDBRECK, Alta. — The cattle are DNA tested, their expected progeny differences analyzed and from that, a breeding program is developed. That attention to genetics allows the Lynch Stauntons to accurately select for desired traits in the cow-calf herd on their Antelope Butte Ranch north of Lundbreck. Hugh Lynch Staunton and later his sons Jim […] Read more
Now: Genetic technology transforms beef, dairy sectors; Then: Pine needles cause pregnant cows to abort
NOW: Earlier this year, the McKinsey Global Institute published a list of 12 disruptive technologies it believes could transform life, business and the economy. Included on the list were improved internet and computer capacity as well as genomics. The economics research firm estimated genomics could have a potential value to agriculture and human health of […] Read more
