STtalks #261 - The Bottom Line of Eco$ with Eric Zwiefelhofer

Join us as we explore the genetic progress achievable with STgenetics® Eco$ Index! With the insights from a genetic audit and trial, we get into real life data on income over feed costs and how selecting for Eco$ truly can positively boost your herds performance and profitability. Additionally, we compare Eco$ to other industry standards and how the base change in April will affect these standards while Eco$ will remain a valuable tool for dairy breeders to believe in. Tune in to understand how Eco$ can truly boost your bottom line and benefit your herd as a whole!

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:43 Understanding the Eco$ Index

02:15 Importance of Selecting for Eco$

04:31 Genetic Trends of Ecofeed®

06:22 Genetic Audits and Data Analysis

09:34 Trial Results and Insights

13:07 Impact of Base Changes on Genetic Selection

15:40 Future of Genetic Feed Efficiency

17:12 Conclusion and Farewell