The Merit Indexes -- 2006 Version
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2009-05-01
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Virginia Cooperative Extension
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The Merit indexes are dairy sire selection tools published by USDA that combine genetic evaluations for production, health, fitness, and fertility traits. The indexes are designed to improve the lifetime economic performance of future dairy cows.
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Dairy Cattle