Pooling global genomic data moves cattle breeding ahead

Shan Goodwin
February 20 2018 - 12:00pm
Professor Ben Hayes, from the University of Queensland, leads a global research consortium which is making big inroads in the world of cattle genomics.
Professor Ben Hayes, from the University of Queensland, leads a global research consortium which is making big inroads in the world of cattle genomics.

IN what has likely been the largest research collaboration ever undertaken in cattle, a study headed up in Australia has delved into sequencing of ancient DNA and pinpointed complex genetic traits.

Shan Goodwin

Shan Goodwin

National Agriculture Writer - Beef

Shan Goodwin steers ACM’s national coverage of the beef industry. Shan has worked as a journalist for 30 years, the majority of that with agricultural publications. She spent many years as The Land’s North Coast reporter and has visited beef properties and stations throughout the country and overseas. She treats all breeds equally. Contact 0427686187. E: s.goodwin@austcommunitymedia.com.au

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