DNA Parentage Testing for Livestock Flocks
Accurate DNA-based parentage verification for sheep flocks using ear tag or tube samples, ideal for multi-sire mating and outdoor lambing systems.
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Detail description
DNA parentage testing using tissue samples enables accurate pedigree determination in meat sheep flocks, especially for multi-sire mating groups and extensive outdoor systems. Samples, collected via ear tags or standalone tubes and clearly labelled with unique IDs, are sent to a lab for analysis. The service supports all flock categories—ewes, lambs, replacements—and is ideal for flocks without artificial insemination or detailed lambing records. Required annually for new additions only. Available in the UK.
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Contribution detail info
- Project
SmaRT
Small Ruminant Technology - Precision Livestock Farming and Digital Technology for Small Ruminants
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Authors
- Claire Morgan-Davies
- Purpose
- Dissemination
- File type
- document
- Created on
- Sep 30, 2024
- Origin language
- English
- Official project website
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- License
- CC BY-ND
- Keywords