Producers can protect their cattle and breeding programs by getting simple DNA testing done.
Released February 5, 2010
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Several cattle breeds have experienced occurrences of genetic defects. The most well-known defect is Arthrogryposis Multiplex, also known as Curly Calf Syndrome in the Angus breed. University of Kentucky College of Agriculture Beef Specialist Darrh Bullock said genetic defects have caused quite a bit of concern in the past few years among seedstock producers and now concern is spreading to the commercial industry.
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