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What does the DNA test do for me?

• It identifies the specific genetic markers associated with the goat you have tested.

• It allows for parent verification and future identification of that goat as the parent of any kid(s).

• It will show on your goat’s registration papers, and on online searches people do that your goat’s identity is verified and recorded through the DNA test.

• It will allow you to show your goat’s parentage has been verified, if you have requested parent verification.

 

What does the test do for ABGA?

• It lets us build our database of information on registered goats. Once we have that start we can ask UC Davis to test the samples for more markers that will give us the opportunity to improve our animals.

 

Will DNA be used for research?

• Yes.  UC Davis retains the right to use all samples stored at the VGL for research, whether the tests are performed for individuals, or for individuals through associations.

• Research and the benefits that it can provide to producers is the main focus of the program for the ABGA.  As more members participate in the DNA testing program this will make meaningful research a reality for our animals for the first time.

 

Who owns the DNA sample?

• All DNA samples are stored at UC Davis, and VGL retains the right to use any samples stored there for research, whether they are done for individuals,  or for individuals through registries.

• For contract customer registries like ABGA, the registry has ultimate ownership of the sample.  However, the owner receives the results of the DNA tests requested on their goats.

• This gives ABGA members the guarantee that should UC Davis decide to dispose of samples processed through ABGA requests, ABGA can move those samples to another facility so they are still available for research that will benefit all members.

 

Should it matter to me that the ABGA shares ownership of the sample?

• Yes. It gives you the guarantee that your sample is safe, regardless of what UC Davis may decide in the future.

• It makes it easier and cheaper for members to DNA test their goats, and verify parentage, if they wish to do that.

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Who gets a copy of the DNA Report listing the Markers?

• For contract customer registries, like ABGA, the owner of the goat will receive a copy of the results to be kept with the animal, and the registry receives a copy of the results to be stored in the appropriate registry herd book.

 

Does ABGA make the DNA Report on my goat available to anyone else?

• No, absolutely not.

• If you want someone to have that information, you must provide it to them yourself.

 

Can I get other animals DNA results? 

• No.  Only the owner of the DNA sample can get that information.  The member will need to contact the owner of the animal who is also the owner of the DNA to get those results.