Brahman Genomic Testing Process

Genomic testing for Brahman seedstock cattle should be ordered from the Australian Brahman Breeders Association (ABBA) using the process below:

  • Contact the relevant Neogen Australasia Territory Manager to identify the genomic testing that best fits the needs of your breeding program.
  • Purchase your TSU applicator and TSUs from Neogen Australasia.
  • Ensure your calves are recorded with ABBA. All animals must be calf recorded with ABBA prior to genomic testing.

  • Collect DNA samples from your animals. For a simple, step-by-step guide, click here.
  • TSUs are the most common form of DNA sample, however tail hairs or semen straws can also be submitted for testing.

  • Download and complete the Excel based DNA Application Form.
  • On your application form, make sure you complete the TSU barcode, animal ident, sex and the test required, and if parentage verification is required, the idents of the possible sire/s and dam/s. If sires and dams are not nominated, parentage verification will not be conducted.
  • Email an electronic copy of the application form to admin@brahman.com.au
  • Print and mail a hard copy of the application form, along with your DNA samples to ABBA, PO Box 796, Rockhampton QLD 4700.

  • Upon receipt of your application form, staff at ABBA will process your order, and forward your samples to the Neogen lab for genotyping.
  • Genotyping of your samples will be undertaken, any subsequent analysis of the genomic profiles conducted (e.g. parentage verification), and results (e.g. genomic profiles, parentage and genetic condition results) will be returned to ABBA.
  • Where applicable, genomic profiles will be provided to ABRI for inclusion in the Brahman BREEDPLAN genetic evaluation.

  • Results will be provided to you via email by ABBA.
  • Parentage and genetic condition results are usually available within 3-4 weeks.
  • Subject to the Brahman BREEDPLAN genetic evaluation schedule, genomically enhanced EBVs are usually available within 6-8 weeks.

More specific information about the ordering process contact Neogen Australasia on 07 3736 2134, or naa-lab@neogen.com.

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