Industry Development

Unlocking Genetic Potential – Precision Breeding for a More Profitable and Sustainable Future

Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) in partnership with Signet Breeding has invested in cutting-edge research that shows genomic accuracy is higher than relying on phenotypic data alone . Genomic breeding values (GBVs) allow farmers to predict the genetic potential of their animals even in the absence of performance data, although the most powerful insights come when both data types are combined.

Read the full findings and explore the Topic Sheet here.

Read the blog here to find out more - https://qmscotland.co.uk/news/...

Scotch Beef PGI Traceability and Project

Another critical element of delivering Eating Quality is ensuring that the right genetics is on the farm. This involves making sure you have the right animals in the right place, as well as, and more importantly, the healthiest, most productive animals possible.

Our pioneering project looking at utilising maternal DNA for traceability and performance concluded in 2021 and demonstrated the potential of harnessing maternal DNA from beef cattle to guarantee traceability, produce performance KPIs, and build world-leading genomic mapping to improve the health of our national herd.

Read the summary report from the project, or if you want more information please get in touch.