Cut the Guesswork: Genomic Testing for Better Herd Returns

Genomic testing highlights key traits relating to the performance and health of your animals and has allowed farmers to make more informed decisions with their herd enabling them to select and breed for the best animals and traits to suit their farm operation.

This tool is now widely recognised in the dairy industry as a cost-effective way to get the data needed to make these breeding decisions; by testing early, you avoid the guesswork and the expense of raising heifers that may not deliver. Looking at a calf alone can’t tell you which one has the strongest genetics for milk yield, fertility, and health. Geno testing removes the uncertainty, helping you make smarter breeding and rearing decisions right from the start.

At Datamars, we already work closely with NMR to provide BVD testing using our Z Tag Tissue Sampling Tags (TST).

Building on this trusted partnership, we are now also working alongside NMR to offer Genomic testing, making it easier than ever for farmers to unlock the full potential of their herd.

Using our market-leading Z Tag TST, the process could not be easier. With a simple, no-fuss tag, you can collect a clean and reliable sample in seconds, whether for DNA testing or BVD monitoring.

The Z Tag TST is specifically designed for use in newborn calves, collecting a small tissue sample at tagging. The tissue is sealed in a double-walled capsule with a dry preservative, keeping it secure and ready to send to the lab for DNA or BVD testing.

The benefits of our Z Tag TST include:

• A larger sample size than any other tag.
• A bigger, easier-to-handle sample capsule.
• Hermetically sealed with a dry preservative- no refrigeration needed.
• Fewer steps to apply, saving you time.
• One applicator for the full Z Tags family, giving you flexibility across your herd.

With Datamars Z Tags, you can be confident of fast, clean, and reliable samples, making genomic testing and disease control simple and stress-free.

Why Do It?

Because Geno testing gives you the facts, not the guesswork. It saves money on rearing costs, builds a healthier herd, and ensures you are breeding from your very best genetics. In short, it’s an investment that pays back year after year.