MODUL 3 · MATING
Flexi-Mating°: Which bull is a good match for which cow?
The Flexi-Herd Index° shows which bulls are a good match for your goals. Flexi-Mating° takes it one step further: Which bull belongs with which cow? It provides personalized recommendations, taking into account inbreeding, genetic defects, horn status, and the specific weaknesses of each individual animal.
The best bull isn't necessarily the best for every cow
Many people choose the bull at the very top of the ranking- for the entire herd. This is the most common mistake in breeding. After all, a bull that compensates for one weakness may exacerbate another. He may be closely related to a cow, carry the same genetic defect, or have the wrong horn type. Flexi Mating° checks this for each animal individually and finds the bull that’s truly a good match - not the one that just happens to be at the top.
What is taken into account Flexi-Mating°?
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Cow Profile
A detailed analysis of the individual strengths and weaknesses of each cow in your herd.
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Exterior Correction
Targeted improvement of conformation, udder, and body structure for long-lived cows.
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Inbreeding & Relatedness
Avoiding inbreeding to ensure genetic vitality and fitness.
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Health & Resilience
Focus on fertility, hoof health, and metabolic stability.
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Genetic Defects & Horn Status
Automated screening for genetic defects and consideration of hornless genetics.
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Cell count
Targeted selection to improve udder health and reduce somatic cell counts.
Here's How Your Flexi-Mating Report Is Created
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Import Cow Data & Breeding Values – Linear profile, genomic breeding values, pedigree, horn status.
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Apply Farm Goal – Your weighting from the Flexi-Herd Index.
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Calculating Suitable Bulls per Cow – Addressing weaknesses, and assessing inbreeding and genetic defects.
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Mating Report with Justification – Top bulls per cow, explained in a clear and understandable way.
Sample Flexi-Mating Report
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