Why pick one when you can have them all? Using composite breeds
- amy55735
- Jun 18
- 1 min read
The benefits of using a composite breed in a strategic beef-on-dairy program.
Today’s forward-thinking dairies are leveraging strategic beef-on-dairy breeding, not just as a trend but as a smart business move. This approach is driven by a strong beef market, improved reproductive precision and the opportunity to diversify income streams. With fertility rates on the rise and data guiding every decision, beef-on-dairy matings – especially with composite sires – are helping dairies optimize both efficiency and profitability.
When implementing a beef-on-dairy program, the genetic options can be overwhelming. What is the right strategy? What beef breed is best? That decision often comes down to a balancing act, as performance, profitability and predictability are all key. One option that is often overlooked – but rapidly gaining attention – is the use of composite beef breeds to create those terminal crossbred calves.
Jeffrey Lutz
June 9, 2025
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