Cattle DNA Testing Australia

Cattle DNA Testing Australia

Optimise your breeding stock with genotyping. Whether you’re looking to maximise specific traits to increase production, DNA testing puts the data in your hands.

Without genotyping and DNA analysis, too much of the cattle breeding process is left to chance. Certainly, some insights can be gleaned from physical observation and examination, but this doesn’t tell the full story. Our technology identifies important genetic traits that would otherwise go undetected, driving livestock productivity, profitability and sustainability through industry-informed DNA analysis.

As the only wholly Australian-owned and operated livestock genotyping service, we have a unique understanding of the Australian cattle industry and are passionate about strengthening its genetic makeup. Discover how our genotyping services can help improve your herd.

Benefits to your cattle

XytoVet is a leading Australian provider of cattle genetic testing, both for dairy and meat livestock, as well as broader animal genetic testing services. We genotype cattle with a set of standard markers that allows us to accurately determine an animal’s parents. The DNA fingerprint not only allows for parent verification but can also be used for traceability and origin testing of animal products.

  • Product-to-plate traceability
  • Accurately determine parentage
  • Permanent animal identification record
  • Improved animal welfare

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Cattle Genotyping

At XytoVet, we use ThermoFisher Scientific’s Affymetrix Axiom Bovine Genotyping Array for our Bovine genotyping. This product is an innovative tool that enables genomic and trait selection of beef and dairy cattle, as well as parentage determination.

This array includes over one-thousand markers on the Y-chromosome, where traits associated with fertility are located.

Applications of DNA testing:

  • Confirmation of parentage
  • Multiple sire mating
  • Permanent animal identification record
  • Bloodstock and breeding registries
  • Semen identity confirmation
Cattle DNA Testing Australia

Cattle Parentage Testing

DNA technology is the most accurate way to determine animal’s true parentage. Each individual animal has two copies of DNA, one inherited from the dam and one from the sire. In the laboratory, we can distinguish between these two DNA profiles and determine whether a particular sire or dam is the true biological parent.

At XytoVet, we use multiple genetic markers to determine the true parentage. Markers used include some recommended by the International Society of Animal Genetics.

Applications of DNA testing:

  • Confirmation of parentage
  • Multiple sire mating
  • Permanent animal identification record
  • Bloodstock and breeding registries
  • Semen identity confirmation
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Discover how DNA analysis can drive productivity, profitability and sustainability for your farm. Get in touch with us to learn more about the genetic makeup of your livestock so you can make informed, strategic decisions about your operations going far into the future.

Submit your enquiry about Cattle DNA testing in Australia using the form below, and our friendly team will reach out as soon as possible.

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About Us

We pride ourselves on conducting all of our operations, including our testing, in Australia. This avoids arduous international testing turnarounds and means we offer localised expertise and cattle industry knowledge.

  • The only 100% Australian-owned and operated DNA genotyping business
  • Over 30 years of industry experience in the Australian cattle and broader agricultural industry
  • Bespoke solutions to suit the needs of you and your cattle
  • Australian leaders in DNA technology and 100% onshore testing
  • Dedicated to our customers and sharing our knowledge with them

Discover more ways XytoVet can boost your breeding programs through our range of health diagnostics and analysis capabilities.

Our Process

1

Sample receival and lodging

The XytoVet lab receives your DNA sample, which our technicians then lodge. In doing so, they will ensure it has been collected correctly.

2

DNA extraction and processing

The DNA is then carefully extracted from the sample and processed in our onshore Australian labs.

3

Genotype data preparation

Each sample goes through meticulous quality control checks to ensure the integrity of our data.

4

Analysis and reporting

Data is sent to external organisations for analysis and reporting. You will be contacted directly when your data and results have undergone this comprehensive validation process.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is cattle genotyping?

    This is the process of analysing the DNA profile collected from an animal, either via a hair or tissue sample. We use a standard single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) marker set, which allows us to develop a comprehensive image of the sample’s DNA profile.

    To learn more about cattle genotyping, get in touch with our helpful team today.

  • Why is cattle genotype information useful?
  • Why should I genotype my heifers?
  • Why should I genotype my bulls?
  • What is an SNP?
  • What is DNA?
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