STtalks #243 - Understand & Harness the Power of Eco$ with Jocelyn Johnson & Kevin Ziemba

We continue our EcoFeed® Suite discussion as we delve into the intricacies of index creation and the formulation of the Eco$ Index. Jocelyn Johnson and Kevin Ziemba join us in this STtalks as they share more about how STgenetics® Eco$ has been designed to be economically impactful and is transforming breeding selection by optimizing traits like production, feed efficiency, and health. We learn more about the successful adaptation of Eco$ and how it has been benefiting breeding strategies across the country along with examining the industry changes coming in April. Tune in for an insightful discussion on the future of feed efficiency and its role in breeding decisions!

00:00 Introduction to STtalks and Index Creations 00:42 Understanding Indexes with Kevin Ziemba
02:24 The Vision Behind Eco$ with Jocelyn Johnson
03:58 Components of the Eco$ Index
08:32 Eco$'s Unique Traits and Industry Comparison
11:18 Market Acceptance and Performance of Eco$
18:34 Future of Eco$ and Industry Trends
26:03 Final Thoughts and Conclusion