STtalks #388 - STgenetics Canada April 2026 Portfolio Outlook with Mike Barnum & Maxime Ten-Have

About this episode

The episode discusses STgenetics Canada's preparations for industry changes following the April 2026 genetic evaluations.

After the April 2026 genetic evaluations, Canada experienced a rollback and changes to the LPI formula, we visit with Mike Barnum and Maxime Ten-Have to discuss how STgenetics® Canada is prepared to meet producer’s needs and handle industry change and market trends. Focusing on a few sires like BREEZER, RHETT, BECK, MYLO, BEATBOX and more, we dive into some unique offerings from the various portfolios like Eco$ and RCI sires. Additionally, we hear about the success of CAPTAIN daughters in Canada and what his release off the Legend™ program means to Canadian dairy producers.

People in this episode

Guests: Mike Barnum, Maxime Ten-Have

Topics covered

• genetic evaluations
• dairy industry
• market trends
• sire offerings
• producer needs

Keywords

• genetic evaluations
• LPI formula
• dairy producers
• sire offerings
• market trends

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: STgenetics

Products: BREEZER, RHETT, BECK, MYLO, BEATBOX, Eco$, RCI sires, CAPTAIN, Legend™ program

Places: Canada

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