What does the MILK EPD actually measure?
MILK doesn’t measure the milk in the bucket (maybe it does in dairy but not in beef ). It’s expressed through pounds on the calf. Continue reading What does the MILK EPD actually measure?
Author: Leoma Donsbach
Leoma Donsbach is the founder of Data Genie LLC, where she helps cattle producers harness data and genomic tools to maximize their herd’s potential. With a background in genetics, customer service, and herd reporting, she brings both expertise and enthusiasm to every client she works with. Based in central Montana, Leoma is passionate about making data approachable and impactful for operations of all sizes.
What is the Stayability EPD and how is it measured?
This is intended to help understand the ASA/IGS Stayability EPD Continue reading What is the Stayability EPD and how is it measured?
American Simmental Association is building the next $API & $TI – What do you need to know?
This is what Simmental breeders and commercial producers need to understand about the updates, why phenotypic data and complete contemporary groups remain critical, and how to use the updated indexes as part of a broader selection strategy. Continue reading American Simmental Association is building the next $API & $TI – What do you need to know?
Unraveling Genomics – Some insight into the use of genomics testing and its application in commercial cow-calf herds
And to minimize “wasted matings” in their cow herd, Donsbach and her husband, Kirk, ranch near Roy, Montana. And for the past several years, the Donsbach’s have been wrapping the science of genomics around their cows in an effort to get everything they can out of the genetics they bring onto the place. Continue reading Unraveling Genomics – Some insight into the use of genomics testing and its application in commercial cow-calf herds
Data Genie offers genomic insights to cattle producers
By MORGAN KUNTZ-GARRISONDec 24, 2025 Read the original article published by Farm & Ranch Guide here With a deep background … Continue reading Data Genie offers genomic insights to cattle producers
IGS Updates to CE & MCE EPDs
IGS has made some changes to improve the evaluation for CE and MCE. Continue reading IGS Updates to CE & MCE EPDs
There’s a Lot of Info in That Little TSU
For commercial cow-calf producers, submitting the DNA sample in a TSU will return a scoresheet on each animal ‘s genetic merit for different indexes and specific traits, says Leoma Donsbach, owner and founder of Data Genie, LLC. Continue reading There’s a Lot of Info in That Little TSU
Commercial Producers – EPDs
Commercial cattlemen, this one is for you. If you want EPDs generated by the largest multi-breed genetic evaluation in the … Continue reading Commercial Producers – EPDs
DNA and Mis-Identification of Samples
As we continue to see an increase in sample submissions, we have also seen an increase in mis-identification of samples. Tips to help prevent this during collection are included in this post. Continue reading DNA and Mis-Identification of Samples
Benefits of Submitting Transfers to the Association
If your spring sale has come and gone, payments and delivery has been completed, please get the transfer information submitted to your Association. Even if the buyer indicates they do not want the papers, here’s a few reasons why it may be beneficial to submit them anyway. Continue reading Benefits of Submitting Transfers to the Association
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