STtalks #311 - Update on STgenetics® Robotic Cow Index with Piush Khanal

We learn about all the latest updates to STgenetics® Robotic Cow Index with Piush Khanal, STgenetics® Quantitative Geneticist in the latest STtalks! Piush delves into the intricacies of the index, explains its goals, and discusses the traits considered, such as milking speed, box time, and effective milking speed. In this STtalks, you can learn how this innovative RCI index aims to enhance genetic selection for robotic milking efficiency, ultimately improving profitability for dairy farmers across the globe.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:36 Guest Background and Role at STgenetics®

02:10 Overview of the Robotic Cow Index (RCI)

04:30 Traits Included in the RCI

08:23 Recent Updates to the RCI

09:43 Importance of Confirmation Traits

11:59 Data Collection and Accuracy

13:10 Comparison with Holstein USA's Milking Speed Trait

15:41 Final Thoughts and Conclusion