Braunvieh Association of America Joins International Genetic Solutions

KANSAS CITY, Missouri (June 1, 2021) – The Braunvieh Association of American (BAA) has become a member of the International Genetic Solutions (IGS), a cooperative of more than 19 breed associations around the world that work together to provide the largest multi-breed genetic evaluation in the world.

With approaching 20 million animals in the IGS database, the BAA and other IGS partners have a stronger genetic evaluation than any singular breed could have alone. This multi-breed model gives producers stronger EPDs that help breeders and their customers make confident selection decisions.

“This is a monumental moment for the Braunvieh breed, and something we have worked hard to achieve since IGS inception.” says Robert Williams, President of the BAA. Joining IGS “makes a statement to the rest of the industry that Braunvieh is serious about being a factor in the beef industry.”

With this transition, breeders can expect to see increased frequency of calculations in EPDs, amplified EPD accuracies and EPD value adjustments in line with the multi-breed database. IGS EPDs will now be updated weekly and be part of the beef power IGS is building.

Williams adds, “Braunvieh has a lot to offer the beef industry, and IGS is a tool we can use to prove that point.”

IGS collectively provides user-friendly and science-based genetic predictions to enhance the profitability of beef cattle producers. The Braunvieh Association is committed to utilizing these advancements now and in the future.

Braunvieh Association of America

The mission of the Braunvieh Association of America is to support and encourage the use of Braunvieh genetics in the global beef industry by; maintaining the integrity of the Braunvieh Association of America herd book, equipping members with information and selection tools necessary to compete, expanding opportunities for members to attract and service customers, and fostering interaction among members. To learn more, contact the ASA office or visit braunvieh.org.