date:Jun 23, 2014
Industry experts have welcomed a DNA registration scheme to boost traceability of Aberdeen Angus cattle and beef.
The Aberdeen Angus Cattle Society this week announced the compulsory DNA registration system for pedigree Aberdeen Angus calves - developed with IdentiGEN - saying the initiative would provide 100% traceability for pedigree animals.
Retailers can currently carry out a DNA test on animals at slaughter that uses a generic breed fingerprint to determine if the animal was sired by an A