Understanding EPDs and Genomic Testing in Beef

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Expected progeny differences (EPDs) have been applied to improve the genetics of beef for almost four decades. Expected progeny differences are predictions of the genetic transmitting ability of a parent to its offspring and are used to make selection decisions for traits desired in the herd. For a given trait, EPD values are calculated …

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Originally posted 2024-05-18 17:24:40.