The Council on Dairy Cattle Breeding (CDCB) is celebrating a meaningful milestone in 2023. Ten years ago, transitioning the National Cooperator Database and genetic evaluation services of all dairy breeds from the government to the private sector was a significant undertaking. This decision was particularly significant as it occurred during the genomic revolution and involved the world’s most influential dairy cattle population.
CDCB has successfully completed a decade of remarkable achievements. This is possible through the commitment of dairy producers and strong emphasis on pre-competitive collaboration among member sectors. This collaborative approach has propelled CDCB forward, has enabled us to overcome challenges, and has driven innovation in dairy cattle breeding. The common thread in this pre-competitive collaboration is the genuine commitment to serve dairy producers as they work tirelessly to innovate, improve their herds, and responsibly produce nature’s most perfect food – milk.
While we celebrate the past decade, we will not rest on our laurels.
CDCB and all those that serve dairy farmers must continually enhance our services and embrace new opportunities to remain relevant while change occurs at a record pace. Moving forward, the CDCB focus is expanding our capacity and laying the groundwork to serve future needs.
By expanding our capacity, fostering innovation, strengthening partnerships, diversifying our portfolio, securing data streams, quickly adapting to changes, improving communication, and developing talents, CDCB is positioned to lead the way and provide the dairy genetic tools required for future success. Together, we can shape a brighter future for dairy cattle breeding, sustainable practices, and increased value to farmers and all stakeholders.
2023 Activity Report
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