All you need to know about the Beef Data Genomics Programme (BDGP)

The Department of Agriculture has answered the most frequently asked questions on the Beef Data Genomics Programme (BDGP) at the recent nationwide series of information presentations by the Department and ICBF.

Thu, 17 Dec, 2015 - 00:00

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