Interbull survey on the use of genomic information

Abstract

In December 2008 Interbull Centre sent out a survey about genomic selection to all member organizations participating in the international genetic evaluations. The questions in the survey were extensive and covered many aspects of genomic selection. The answer rate of the survey was 100%. The purpose of the survey was to paint a picture of the situation today in the world of genetic evaluations of dairy cattle when it comes to genomic selection. Asking questions like, which countries have started, which plan to start, are there any co-operations between countries, which animals are being genotyped and evaluated and what methodology is being used.