Conclusion

This module has introduced several of the key considerations when defining a breeding objective for your enterprise. At completion of this module you should now: 

• Be able to set your breeding objectives 
• Understand your operating environment
• Understand your target market
• Understand the current performance of your herd
• Understand how your profit drivers will help you develop your breeding objectives, including cost(s) of production

To learn more about animal breeding and genetics, work through the following modules: 

• Module 3 – Selection Tools – COMING SOON
• Module 4 – Estimated Breeding Values – COMING SOON
• Module 5 – Using and Understanding Breeding Values – COMING SOON
• Module 6 – DNA Technologies in Beef Breeding – COMING SOON