Genetic Diversity in Cows
The conversation highlights the impact of inbreeding on cattle and the potential benefits of introducing genetic diversity through frozen semen from heirloom bulls. While some experimental cows are performing well, the tight profit margins in farming create disincentives for farmers to take risks with less familiar genetics. This raises questions about the balance between nature and human manipulation in agriculture.In this clip
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Most U.S. Dairy Cows Come From 2 Bulls. That's Not Good.
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