Genomics
Genomic testing is a management tool which enhances an animal’s pedigree by using ancestry to determine the distribution of traits. The new reference map from ARS-UCD improves genotype imputation, sequence alignment, and genomic prediction. Genomic testing predicts actual animal performance and using the information to make breeding decisions can improve the genetic progress of your herd and of the breed overall.
The Brown Swiss Association encourages breeders to test the top 25 percent of their two-year-old cows based on herdmate deviations to help identify future genetic improvers of the breed.
*Reminder - samples need to be sent to the lab prior to the 5th of the current month to receive a genomic evaluation the next month. Parentage problems may delay a genomic evaluation.
MALES NOW ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE FULL GENOMIC EVALUATIONS
A male registration is $50, which includes a required genomics parentage test. Breeders may also request genomic results in addition to the parentage test for an additional fee (based on Council of Dairy Cattle Breeding Fees + cost of SNP). To request a male genomic evaluation (full genomic results) after the initial parentage test, please contact Allicia at ahorn@brownswissusa.com.
All bulls registered after June 1st, 2020, will require parentage verification to be completed before any offspring out of the bull can be registered.
NEW GENOMIC FEES
Igenity Testing Kit Costs
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Blood Cards (Min. 10)
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$0.50 each
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$5.00 (10 cards)
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Hair Cards (Min. 10)
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$1.00 each
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$10.00 (10 cards)
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Tissue Sample Units (TSU) (Min. 10)
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$2.10 each
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$21.00 (10 TSU)
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Applicator for TSU
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$45.00 each
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To order testing supplies, go to order.igenity.com or call 877-443-6489.
Igenity Pricing
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Igenity Select
(CDCB Parentage) - GGP (65K)
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$40.00
Non-Discount
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$37.00
Discount
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**Discount prices are for Tissue and Blood Samples; Non-Discount prices are for Hair Samples only.**
Breeders will be assessed CDCB fees according to the quality of records the herd provides, with BSA/PTPR members receiving the biggest discount. When calling or emailing Igenity to request a genomic test, the breeder’s herdcode and whether or not he/she classifies will need to be provided.
Select testing include haplotype results for BH1, BH2, SMA, SDM, Weaver, and Polled.
Additional Tests Available (added cost)
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A2 Beta Casein (add-on test)
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Select
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$5.00
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| BVD Diagnostic Testing |
All Profiles |
$3.50 |
| Horned/Polled |
Select |
$40.00 |
| CVM |
Select |
$30.00 |
| Brachyspina |
Select |
$20.00 |
Y-chromosome (add-on test)
(admixture=possible freemartin) |
Select |
$5.00 |
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Dairy Breeding Stock Traits
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-
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$40.00
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Dairy Recessive Traits
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-
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$40.00
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Dairy Milk Proteins
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-
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$15.00
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| Dairy Milk Proteins Plus |
- |
$20.00
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Red highlighted testing options are stand-alone tests that do not require other testing.
CDCB Rate Code Service Fees for Genomic Evaluations (Required)
*All animals receiving a genomic evaluation will be subject to the following fees.
Fees listed below for males are in addition to the $50 registration cost, which includes the cost of parentage.
CDCB genomic fees are structured so that those who are providing the most data of the greatest value to the cooperator database are rewarded for their contribution.
Rate
Code |
Kind of Participation |
Female Fee |
Male Initial Fee |
Male A.I.
Service Fee |
| 1 |
Milk Yield & Conformation & Health Data |
$0.00 |
$25.00 |
$575.00 |
| 2 |
Milk Yield & Conformation or Health Data |
$1.00 |
$50.00 |
$575.00 |
| 3 |
Milk Yield Data only |
$2.00 |
$75.00 |
$575.00 |
| 4 |
Conformation or Health Data only |
$3.00 |
$75.00 |
$575.00 |
| 5 |
Non-Provider |
$4.00 |
$100.00 |
$575.00 |
| 6 |
Born in a Canadian Herd |
$6.00 |
$200.00 |
$575.00 |
| 7 |
All Other Herds Not Based in US or Canada |
$8.00 |
$200.00 |
$575.00 |
Genomic Evaluations
Genomic Evaluations occur monthly and include results from samples sent to the lab prior to the 5th of the previous month.
Protocol for Genomic Testing Animals: Igenity Dairy Heifer Form Instructions
- Contact Igenity to ask for Genetic Testing Request or e-mail dairygenomics@neogen.com with Select submission form.
- Provide animal’s registration number, method of payment and your name and email address. (Results will be e-mailed or mailed to you.)
- Send a sample to: GeneSeek Inc. - ATTN: Samples, 4131 North 48th St., Lincoln, NE 68504.
Please do NOT send samples to the Brown Swiss office.
TO REQUEST A GENOMICS EVALUATION ON AN ANIMAL THAT HAS ALREADY BEEN PARENTAGE VERIFIED:
E-mail Igenity at dairygenomics@neogen.com with your request. All parentage verification is now being done through genomics. In certain cases, for donor dams or sires for export, DNA testing may still be requested.