Will Shaffer: Genetic Selection in Cattle | Ep. 83

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In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Will Shaffer discusses his research on genetics and environmental interactions in beef cattle. Will share insights into optimizing genetic selection for achieving stable cattle performance across diverse environmental conditions. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain expert insights and elevate your beef production knowledge. Tune in to The Beef Podcast Show on your favorite platform!

"Genotype and environment interactions are essential for accurate genetic evaluations and improving cattle performance." 

Meet the guest: Will Shaffer is a Genetics PhD candidate at Kansas State University, where he also earned his Master’s in Genetics and a Master’s certificate in Statistics. His extensive research includes modeling genotype-environment interactions, differential miRNA expression, and sire conception rates. Will has practical experience as a ranch assistant at Shaffer Cattle Co. and a research assistant at Oklahoma State University. He excels in data analytics and experimental design and has made significant contributions to the beef industry. 

What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:40) Introduction
• (10:37) Importance of genotype-environment interactions
• (18:43) Environmental sensitivity in traits
• (22:16) Respiration rate and temperature
• (25:40) Enhancing genetic progress in herds
• (32:38) Will's career goals and future research
• (44:23) Final three questions

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