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Dr. Jamie Courter is your Mizzou Beef Genetics Extension Specialist

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By Jared E. Decker Many of you have probably noticed that things have been a lot less active on the A Steak in Genomics™   blog, but you probably haven't known why. In January 2021, I was named the Wurdack Chair in Animal Genomics at Mizzou, and I now focus on research, with a little bit of teaching. I no longer have an extension appointment. But, with exciting news, the blog is about to become a lot more active! Jamie Courter began as the new MU Extension state beef genetics specialist in the Division of Animal Sciences on September 1, 2023. I have known Jamie for several years, meeting her at BIF when she was a Masters student. I have been impressed by Jamie in my interactions with her since that time.  Dr. Courter and I have been working closely together the last 6 weeks, and I am excited to work together to serve the beef industry for years to come! Jamie holds a bachelor’s degree in animal science from North Carolina State University and earned a master's degree in animal...
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Texas A&M University-Kingsville Looking for Underserved Producers to Participate in USDA Climate-Smart Grant

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For those Steak in Genomics readers who have been considering the value of commercial genomic testing, you may want to be made aware of the following opportunity. Completed participation in the project (6 to 12-month commitment) would result in 100 free INHERIT Select tests ($2,900 value) as well as an additional $3,000 cash incentive. While this is not affiliated with the University of Missouri, a lot of producers within the state would qualify based on one or more of the definitions below. USDA Climate-Smart Grant – Prescribed Grazing – Soil Sampling - Complementary INHERIT Select Testing Zoetis Beef Genetics is pleased to be working with Texas A&M University-Kingsville and Leachman Cattle of Colorado LLC to support first-generation and underserved ranchers in genetic testing and selection for production efficiency and corresponding greenhouse gas emissions. This project is funded by a grant from USDA’s Partnerships for Climate Smart Commodities. Details are provided below: ...
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