Evidence Review of Heritage and Dual-Purpose Cattle Breeds for Beef and Dairy Efficiency
Defra Network eTendering Portal · Awarded contract
AwardedEvidence Review of Heritage and Dual-Purpose Cattle Breeds for Beef and Dairy Efficiency
Awarded 30 Jun 2022
Awarded30 Jun 2022
Value£58,230.00
SupplierAbacusBio International Limited
RegionLondon
CategoryAgriculture & Farming
Ended 3y 7mo ago9mo term
Awarded 30 June 2022Expired 30 Mar 2023
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Defra Network eTendering Portal awarded a contract to AbacusBio International Limited for an evidence review assessing the potential of heritage and dual-purpose cattle breeds to contribute to dairy and beef production or crossbreeding for improved efficiency, animal health, and reduced GHG emissions.
The review covers current use and reasoning for holding these breeds, efficiency and productivity comparisons with conventional breeds, accuracy of productivity models, GHG emissions per product and land, potential for increased use in extensive and intensive systems, and benefits and trade-offs of crossbreeding, including the use of AI and sexed semen.
The contract value is £58,230.
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