{Tool} Organic AI bulls for dairy cattle breeding. [Bio-KB-Stiere.] Creator(s): FiBL, Research Institute of Organic Agriculture. Issuing Organisation(s): Research Institute of Organic Agriculture FiBL.
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Summary
This web-based platform presents organic AI bulls developed within the “Bio-KB-Stiere” project, which aims to improve dairy cattle breeding for organic and low-input systems. It provides detailed information on available bulls, their origin, breeding values and selection criteria. The bulls are selected from organic farms and bred for traits such as robustness, longevity, fertility and efficient use of roughage. The tool supports farmers and advisors in choosing suitable genetics for sustainable milk production systems. It is particularly relevant for organic dairy farmers using artificial insemination. While focused on Switzerland, the principles of breeding for low-input and grass-based systems are widely applicable. Key recommendations include selecting bulls adapted to farm-specific feeding systems and prioritising functional traits over maximum yield.
Summary translation
Die Plattform präsentiert Bio-KB-Stiere, die speziell für den Einsatz im Biolandbau gezüchtet wurden. Sie unterstützt Milchviehbetriebe bei der Auswahl geeigneter Genetik für robuste, langlebige und standortangepasste Tiere.
| EPrint Type: | Practice tool |
|---|---|
| Teaser: | Choose bulls adapted to organic systems |
| What problem does the tool address?: | Organic dairy farms often lack access to suitable breeding genetics, as most artificial insemination (AI) bulls are selected for high-input systems and may not perform well under organic, grass-based conditions. |
| What solution does the tool offer?: | The tool provides access to selected organic AI bulls bred specifically for organic farming, helping farmers choose genetics adapted to low-input systems, animal health and longevity. |
| Country: | Switzerland |
| Type of Practice Tool: | Web |
| Keywords: | animal husbandry, dairy cattle, bulls, animal breeding, animal genetics, artificial insemination |
| Agrovoc keywords: | Language Value URI English animal husbandry http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_8532 English dairy cattle http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_2108 English bulls http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_1148 English animal breeding http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_423 English animal genetics http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_49986 English artificial insemination http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_638 |
| Subjects: | Animal husbandry > Breeding and genetics Animal husbandry > Health and welfare |
| Research affiliation: | Switzerland > FiBL - Research Institute of Organic Agriculture Switzerland > Animal > Animal welfare & housing > Animal welfare Switzerland > FiBL - Research Institute of Organic Agriculture Switzerland > Society > Food quality > Food processing |
| Related Links: | https://www.bioaktuell.ch |
| Project ID: | ofk |
| Deposited By: | Forschungsinstitut für biologischen Landbau, FiBL |
| ID Code: | 57728 |
| Deposited On: | 26 May 2026 14:12 |
| Last Modified: | 26 May 2026 15:06 |
| Document Language: | German/Deutsch, French/Francais |
| Status: | Published |
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