Performance of lactating suckler cows of diverse genetic merit and genotype under a seasonal pasture-based system

The objective of this study was to investigate the effect genetic merit national Irish maternal index and genotype (i.e. beef vs. × dairy [BDX]) cows subsequent performance their progeny. With exception that high produced 0.57 kg more milk tended have 0.04 a lower body condition score (BCS), no significant differences were observed between diverse merit. Differences contrasting cow apparent. Beef 50 heavier had BCS 0.27 greater than BDX cows. 1.67 24-d submission rate Calves generated from 19 at weaning worth €51 progeny progeny, however, 0.77 conformation slaughter BDX. While across different replacement strategies, results current showed selection for on overall suckler in pasture-based spring-calving system.