Embryo biopsies for genomic selection in tropical dairy cattle

Genomic selection has transformed the livestock industry, enabling early-life of animals. Biopsy sampling pre-implantation embryos been described since 1968. However, it was only after 2010, with advancement molecular biology techniques such as whole genomic amplification and SNP Chips, that next-generation sequencing became commercially available for bovine embryos. It is now possible to make decisions about which transfer not based on recipients’ availability or embryo morphology but also estimates. This technology can be implemented a wide spectrum applications in livestock. In this review, we discuss use biopsy share our experience Gir Girolando Brazilian breeding programs, well future goals implementing vitro production practices.