GBVs for every producer

Born from the Northern Genomics Project, GBVs (Genomic Breeding Values) are a game-changing tool designed specifically for Northern Australian beef producers. Covering eight key traits, GBVs provide deep genetic insights to support more informed breeding decisions. As a leading genetic test for crossbred, multibreed, and northern-adapted cattle, GBVs bring cutting-edge science into the hands of producers, making advanced genomics practical and accessible for the northern beef industry.

- Next GBV Run 22nd April

- Next GBV Run 22nd April

Please note: Hair samples will incur a $5 lab processing fee.

RePRO BI is the only multi-breed genomic prediction offering genetic insight into eight traits proven to boost profitability and productivity. This is a breakthrough test allowing all breeds to be compared, as well as mixed and crossbred animals to have an accurate genomic prediction.

As producers, it is important to understand the underlying genetics of the herd that push your business towards sustainable profitability. This genomic test allows producers to understand the genetic potential of their herd across growth, fertility and adaptation traits, allowing for selection pressure and genetic gain.

With a simple DNA sample, producers can access powerful traits including:

  • Breed Composition and Heterosis

  • Genomic Breeding Values:

    • Age at puberty

    • Ability to conceive while lactating (P4M)

    • Incidence of fly strike

    • Tick burden

    • Weight

    • Hip height

    • Body condition score

    • Temperament

Three key uses

  • BULLS

    Bulls have a profound genetic impact on the herd; they will directly influence a herd’s performance within a single year and can have lasting effects for over 20 years. Therefore, it is important to ensure the bulls purchased or bred for your herd are positively contributing to the genetics.

    RePRO BI allows bulls of any kind to be assessed across eight traits and ranked, in order to ensure bull selection and breeding can be backed by a mixture of science and physical conformation.

  • HEIFERS

    Heifers are the “freshest” genetics within the female herd and conducting genomic testing on a small group (20-50) from the heifer cohort can give you a good indication of your female herd’s strengths and weaknesses. The herd profile report utilises a group of GBVs to visually indicate which traits are strongest and which traits are weakest across your herd.

    This assessment can help inform bull buying and breeding as you can identify complementary genetics to introduce into your herd.

  • ADVANCED REPRO

    Before conducting artificial insemination or an embryo transfer program, it is vital you ensure the genetics being amplified include traits that are important for your herd. Semen straws can be used in place of a TSU ear notch and tested using RePRO BI. This will give you an indication of the strengths and weaknesses of the bull which may be used over the majority of your herd.

    RePRO BI is an easy, accurate and cost-effective way to ensure your investment in an AI or ET program is beneficial.

What is a GBV?

GBV (genomic breeding value) is a prediction of how an animal will perform and the potential genetics it will pass on to its progeny. Each animal receives a GBV as well as a ranking which will let you know how they rank compared to the reference population.

Get the most out of your cattle, understand their GBVs

Base Pair Genomics has a range of genomics workshops available for delivery. Our Level 1 workshop, Introduction to genomics and data, is the perfect place to gain a robust understanding of GBVs and learn how to use data to your advantage.