The use of genomic information in animal breeding has become amatter of great interest among those working with cattle selection schemes worldwide. Some countries have already incorporated genomic information in their genetic evaluations, and genomic breeding values are already in use for both young sire selection and semen marketing.

In order to discuss the implication of genomic information on sire genetic evaluations, Interbull carried out an international workshop in January 2009 in Uppsala, Sweden. The main objectives were to set scientific framework for the use of genomic data in national and international genetic evaluations and to promote the idea and benefits of international collaboration under the auspices of Interbull, with regards to genomic selection. The success met by this 1st workshop encouraged Interbull to organize a 2nd meeting on the same topic in 2010.

Accommodation information at http://www.france-genetique-elevage.fr.

Deadline for registrations: February 12, 2009.

Check the detailed programme here.

General Programme