Genetic Testing for Commercial Producers

Learn to Use Genetic Insights to Decide Which Animals to Sell or Keep

 

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When deciding which animals to sell and which to keep, many cattle producers rely only on visual inspection, which can sometimes lead to wrong choices. Learn how to back your hunch with genetic insights.  
 
Testing your herd provides you with accurate data and genetic insights based on each animal’s unique DNA. This added knowledge enables you to make dependable bull and replacement heifer selections along with informed mating and marketing decisions.
 
Key takeaways from the webinar include:
  • How genetic testing works
  • How genetic insights aid management decisions
  • What you need to get started
 
View this free webinar to learn how to use genetic insights. This informative session offers valuable, actionable guidance for anyone actively involved in a cattle operation as well as anyone interested in simplifying their selection, mating and marketing decisions. 
 
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PRESENTERS: 
 
 
Kent Andersen, Ph.D.
Director of Global Beef Genetics
Zoetis
 
Kent Andersen, Ph.D. serves as director of beef genetic technical services at Zoetis Precision Animal Health. The technical services team provides the information and tools to understand the value of genomic testing services and supports genomic technology adoption. 
 

Kent was raised on a diversified livestock and farming operation in central Nebraska.  After obtaining his bachelor’s degree from the University of Nebraska and graduate degrees from Colorado State University, he served as director of education and research followed by executive vice president for the North American Limousin Foundation (NALF). 

 

Kori Soutter
Sales Representative
Zoetis

Kori Soutter is an inside sales representative focused on beef genetics at Zoetis. Her passion for the livestock industry and experience in sales and customer service allow her to help customers find the best solution for their business. 

Based in southeast Iowa, Kori and her husband also run a small cattle operation with her parents. She earned her agricultural studies degree from Iowa State University.

Harry Otley 
Cattle Producer
Otley Brothers Ranch

Harry Otley owns and operates Otley Brothers Ranch alongside his brother, Fred Otley, and sister, Sherry Stott, in southeastern Oregon. The success of this now fourth generation ranch can be attributed to sound management practices, wise genetic decision making and consistently raising high quality cattle.

 

 

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