Episode notes
In this episode of The Bullvine Podcast, we tackle a critical issue facing the dairy-beef industry: the obsession with black-hided calves. While black hide color has been a popular choice for beef-on-dairy crossbreeding, it’s costing producers thousands in lost potential profits.
We’ll explore:
- The skyrocketing shift to beef-on-dairy breeding since 2017 and its economic impact.
- Why generic black crosses are often "Holstein steers in disguise."
- The performance gap between generic black calves and premium beef crosses.
- How strategic genetic selection can improve daily gain, feed efficiency, and carcass value.
- Practical steps to select sires that deliver real profitability—not just a black hide.
If you’re ready to rethink your breeding strategy and secure sustainable profits, this episode ...
Keywords
beef-on-dairy breedingblack calf syndromedairy crossbred geneticsbeef sire selectioncrossbred calf value