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Genetics Australia Co-Operative: Notice of AGM
The Genetics Australia 2023 Annual General Meeting will be held at The Ballantyne Centre, 9 Hastie Street, Tatura, Victoria, 3616 at 7pm on Monday 20th November, followed by canapes and drinks for members and guests. Light refreshments will be available from 6.30pm prior to the meeting. At the end of what has been an exciting […]
A Working Obsession: Introduction to Damien Thomson
Damien Thomson admits he’s a bit obsessed when it comes to beef cattle genetics, so his new job as Genetics Australia’s beef manager is like a dream come true. Damien grew up around beef with his family cattle operation Shacorrahdalu Angus at Yass, NSW (the title created from abbreviations of the names of the family’s […]
Understanding Recumbency in Holstein Calves
A new genetic disorder was recently identified within the Holstein breed. Formerly called calf recumbency – has now been named Early Onset Muscle Weakness Syndrome (MW). Below, you will find questions and answers explaining MW and our approach to mitigating its impact. Please note, this genetic disorder has proven more complex than other recent genetic defects and additional […]
City Student Inspired by Ag Course – Ashlea Cross joins Genetics Australia Team
Ashlea Cross grew up in suburban Warrandyte and went to school in suburban Ringwood but still found a way into agriculture. It was Ashlea’s school that inspired her interest in agriculture and particularly breeding, which continues to grow as she takes on a new role as Genetics Australia’s southern beef representative. “If I didn’t go […]
Opportunities open as genetics joint venture begins
Australian genetics are set to conquer new worldwide markets following the launch of a major international joint venture. The joint venture between Genetics Australia Cooperative (GAC) and global herd improvement leader URUS Group LP (URUS) is expected to take existing Australian products into many new international markets.The new entity will be formally known as Genetics […]
Member Update: JV Proposal with URUS Group has been formally approved by the registrar
Dear members, Today we received the excellent news that our Joint Venture (JV) with URUS has been formally approved. Confirmation from the Registrar of Co-operatives that our special resolution for the JV has been formally accepted means that we are new full steam ahead in planning for a July 1 start. The new JV entity […]
Sustainability Index – A Breeding Tool for a Greener Looking Future
Introduced in August 2022, the Sustainability Index (S.I) is a breeding tool to help dairy farmers fast track genetic gain for reduced emissions intensity. This indices places a greater emphasis on the traits that contribute to reducing emissions intensity (production, survival and feed saved). Breeding decisions will complement a range of on-farm management practices to […]
A NEW ERA – GA partners with global herd improvement leader
Genetics Australia will enter into a new joint venture with global herd improvement leader URUS in a move that will bring huge benefits for GA users. Subject to approval from GA members, the joint venture (JV) is due to start on July 1, 2023 and will usher in an exciting new era in Australian herd […]
Member Information: Genetics Australia Proposal of Joint Venture with URUS Group
Dear Genetics Australia Co-Operative Shareholder Members, It is with great excitement that this morning we announce the proposed formation of a joint venture (JV) with the URUS Group, a global leader in cattle genetics, and the Genetics Australia Co-Operative Limited (GAC). The JV with URUS is being proposed for several key reasons, including: To ensure […]
