Genetics That Do More.
For Longer.
Every cow in your herd is an investment. And the longer she stays healthy, breeds back and puts milk in the tank, the greater your return. The enhanced ICC™ index helps you build a more efficient, fertile, long-lasting and productive herd.
Learn how you can create robust, efficient cows that stay in your herd longer. Request your personalized GENEX genetic overview.
ICC™ for Holsteins
The ICC™ index zeroes in on the traits that drive profitability and sustainability in your herd and, therefore, focuses on what matters most for you and your future. ICC™ began as a grassroots effort from our members and customers seeking a better way to breed cows. Today, it stands as the only selection tool in the industry designed for commercial success.
Unique in its makeup, the ICC™ index for Holsteins is comprised of three sub-indexes that together contribute to balanced selection.
Sustainability
Traits:
- Somatic Cell Score
- Livability
- Productive Life
- Dairy Form
- Modern Udder Index
With the 2025 updated formula and real-world validation from 30,000 cows in progressive U.S. herds, the ICC™ index for Holsteins delivers genetics that work harder for you.
ICC™ for Jerseys
The ICC™ index for Jerseys and Mixed Breeds combines three focused sub-indexes into one comprehensive tool. These sub-indexes target your key on-farm priorities: production efficiency, sustainability and next-generation daughter fertility.
Cheese Maximizer
Traits:
- Fat
- Protein
- Milk
Sustainability
Traits:
- Productive Life
- Somatic Cell Score
- Udder Traits
- Heifer Livability
- Early First Calving
Fertility
Traits:
- Daughter Pregnancy Rate
- Heifer Conception Rate
- Cow Conception Rate
How does ICC™ for Jerseys compare to other indexes?
See the ICC™ index in action.
Les Fermes Erskine, Canada
Through ICC™ selection, Jason Erskine “creates cows that are more efficient.” As he explains, “That means I can build a cow that uses less resources to produce milk and will have less impact on the environment.”
Meet 3967 from Iowa
Cow 3967 “just does her thing” and does it well day in and day out, lactation after lactation. She seamlessly transitions, hits all the production marks, doesn’t get sick and breeds back. She is a model ICC™ cow.
How the ICC™ index works for you
Mark Clark, a veteran of the cattle genetics industry, shares how the ICC™ index and GENEX genetic philosophy aims to help you build more a profitable and healthy herd. Throughout his career, he’s seen the kind of cows the ICC™ index creates.
Learn how you can create robust, efficient cows that work harder and last longer. Request your personalized genetic overview today.
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