DNA testing plays an important role in maintaining accurate Australian Lowline pedigree records and protecting the integrity of the breed.
Parent verification can be used to confirm an animal’s recorded sire and dam, providing breeders and future owners with greater confidence in pedigree information.
DNA testing is particularly useful where artificial insemination or multiple sires have been used, where parentage may be uncertain, or where verification is required for registration.
Why DNA test?
DNA testing can help Australian Lowline breeders:
- Verify sire and dam parentage
- Maintain accurate pedigree records
- Support registration requirements
- Identify and manage genetic relationships
- Preserve the integrity of Australian Lowline genetics
- Provide greater confidence when buying or selling breeding animals
DNA Testing in New Zealand
New Zealand breeders have access to DNA testing and parentage services through Zoetis and GenomNZ / AgResearch.
Zoetis Genetics
For current beef DNA testing options, submission requirements and sample information, contact Zoetis Genetics NZ on 0800 228 278 or genetics.nz@zoetis.com
GenomNZ – AgResearch
GenomNZ, part of AgResearch, provides DNA parentage and genotyping services for cattle in New Zealand.
New Zealand Lowlines 