The Wagyu genetics collaboration research project investigated performance, pedigree and genotype data to establish the concept that genotyping can be a useful tool for the Wagyu breeder and producer—both in use in selection, and for use in sorting animals for production.
For more information, please read the final report summary and download the final report (P.PSH.0646) (PDF, 134KB) from the Meat & Livestock Australia website.
When: 15 October 2012 to 31 December 2014
Contact: Graham Truscott
Collaborator: Australian Wagyu Association