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Changes to LPI system
From 08-2015 the Lifetime Profit index (LPI) will be called Lifetimeindex (LPI). Effective August 2015, the updated LPI formula for Holsteins will have relative weights of 40%, 40% and 20%, respectively, on the Production, Durability (longevity and functional conformation), and Health & Fertility components. Also of importance is the inclusion of the new Mastitis Resistance index introduced in August 2014 into the LPI formula. It is expected that using LPI as the primary selection tool will lead to a herd with exceptional conformation and fat and protein deviations
Pro$ (Pro Dollars)
A second national index will be introduced: Pro$ (Pro Dollars): Pro$ is a selection tool developed for farms that generate the largest part of their revenue from milk sales. Compared to LPI, using Pro$ as primary selection tool will maximize production yields, longevity and overall fitness.
