The Beef Podcast Show - Dr. John Basarab: Using Genomics to Improve Beef Cattle Decisions | Ep. 199

In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. John Basarab, Research Professor at the University of Alberta and CEO of Livestock Gentec, discusses how genomics turns DNA samples into practical decision-making tools for commercial beef producers. He explains hybrid vigor, breed composition, economic selection indexes, methane measurement, and why fertility remains central to cow-calf profitability. Listen now on all major platforms!

What you'll learn:  

• DNA sampling methods
• Breed composition tools
• Hybrid vigor and fertility
• Economic selection indexes
• Methane emission traits

Meet the guest:

Dr. John Basarab is an RDAR Research Professor in Livestock Genetics & Genomics, Associate Professor in the Faculty of ALES and AFNS at the University of Alberta, and CEO of Livestock Gentec. His research focuses on beef cattle genetics, genomics, hybrid vigor, fertility, feed efficiency, and sustainability. With more than 300 scientific and extension publications, he continues developing practical genomic tools for commercial beef production. Learn more from Dr. John Basarab on The Beef Podcast Show, available on all major platforms. 

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