STtalks #311 - Update on STgenetics® Robotic Cow Index with Piush Khanal
Description
We learn about all the latest updates to STgenetics® Robotic Cow Index with Piush Khanal, STgenetics® Quantitative Geneticist in the latest STtalks! Piush delves into the intricacies of the index, explains its goals, and discusses the traits considered, such as milking speed, box time, and effective milking speed. In this STtalks, you can learn how this innovative RCI index aims to enhance genetic selection for robotic milking efficiency, ultimately improving profitability for dairy farmers across the globe.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:36 Guest Background and Role at STgenetics®
02:10 Overview of the Robotic Cow Index (RCI)
04:30 Traits Included in the RCI
08:23 Recent Updates to the RCI
09:43 Importance of Confirmation Traits
11:59 Data Collection and Accuracy
13:10 Comparison with Holstein USA's Milking Speed Trait
15:41 Final Thoughts and Conclusion
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