DairyTalk 402: Slick Gene as an Adaptive Tool: Heat Tolerance Boosts Reproductive Efficiency - by Helmut Demmelhuber

This episode is based on a technical article examining the role
of the slick gene in dairy production under hot climate
conditions and places its breeding relevance into context. It
focuses on the ability of slick-coated animals to regulate body
temperature more effectively, thereby mitigating the negative
impacts of heat stress. This physiological advantage translates
into improved feed intake, milk yield, and particularly
reproductive performance. The discussion also outlines how
breeding organizations are incorporating this trait into modern
selection programs to enhance herd resilience. As a result, the
slick gene emerges as a key biological lever for maintaining
productivity under increasing thermal stress. For more
information:
https://www.selectsires.com/article/ss-blog/2026/04/17/slick-isn-t-a-novel-trait-it-s-reproductive-efficiency?fbclid=IwY2xjawRdUsRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETBla25RU1ZVOG9hM2o0UjUwc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHrk6AAsmqSVAUNG-EQ-FaDgT2nHmkzsPgdsD6m_Fprva8qnvBY9hN4KvYPXD_aem_3NReWWdDbeJbrH5m7oMaTg
and
https://www.facebook.com/100080992841154/posts/981350537908032/?rdid=rzEuSlsLJgyyxHL8