The Beef Podcast Show Dr. Alison Van Eenennaam: Genetics and Sustainability | Ep. 137
In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Alison Van Eenennaam, Distinguished Professor of Animal Biotechnology and Genomics at UC Davis, explores the role of genetics and biotechnology in building a more sustainable beef industry. She explains how gene editing, genomic testing, and breeding strategies are optimizing cattle productivity, animal health, and environmental impact. Learn how biotechnology is transforming herd management and profitability. Listen now on all major platforms!
"That is the beauty of genetic improvement: once you've made it, it's permanent and cumulative."
Meet the guest: Dr. Alison Van Eenennaam is a Distinguished Professor of Cooperative Extension in Animal Biotechnology and Genomics at University of California, Davis. She holds a Ph.D. in Genetics and an M.S. in Animal Science from the University of California, Davis, and a Bachelor of Agricultural Science from the University of Melbourne. Dr. Van Eenennaam leads a globally recognized extension and research program at UC Davis focused on the application of animal biotechnology and genomics in livestock production.
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What you will learn:
- (00:00) Highlight
- (01:36) Introduction
- (04:28) Role of genetics
- (09:40) Beef-on-dairy opportunities
- (12:36) Genetic gain drivers
- (18:23) Methane selection potential
- (21:16) Sustainability and cow-calf
- (24:26) Final three questions
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