SEMEX, Breeding value for methane efficiency for the Holstein breed - Danish news
Product description:
With the methane index, it is possible to reduce methane emissions by 20-30% by using bulls with over 105 for methane efficiency by 2050, without compromising performance, health, or longevity. Semex is the only provider that offers to test your breeding animals for methane efficiency through our ELEVATE program.
Expert description:
The company presents a newly developed breeding index for methane production for its breeding bulls. A correlation has been found between the infrared spectra of milk and the individual animal's CH4 emissions, which can be traced in the animals' genetics, allowing for the establishment of breeding programs aimed at reducing methane production. This has been documented in several scientific articles, including those from Guelph University and the University of Alberta in Canada, as well as the University of Bern in Switzerland.
With the methane index, it is possible to reduce methane emissions by 20-30% by using bulls with a methane efficiency score of over 105 by 2050, without compromising performance, health, or longevity.
At the same time, the company offers testing of breeding animals for methane efficiency through genetic testing, which dairy producers can then use in their breeding efforts.
Further Information:
SEMEX
Dyreskuevej 15, 7323 Give
Tel: +45 4040 4157
Email: t.hansen@semex.net
Website: www.semex.com/di/dk