AI: GENmatch:CLOSED GGP BREEDING PROGRAMME

REQUIREMENTS AND IMPLEMENTATION

• Initial purchase of GGP/GP gilts direct from Nucleus into isolation to total 12% of the herd.
• Forwarding of herd information to calculate best GGP/GP herd sows using BLUP
• Pure and cross mating of superior purebred sows with top GGP Dam line AI boars
• Identify female progeny with tag or tattoo before fostering.
• Separate and follow through progeny to select replacements at 90 kilos.
• Interest and understanding of genetics and selection.

ADVANTAGES

• No biosecurity risk through stock introduction.
• Improved heard health stability.
• No ongoing isolation required.
• Genetically close to the nucleus.
• Added interest in units’ genetic progress.