SUMMARY. Dataset from Canadian and Uruguayan training populations were joined to analyse improvement of predictability for RFI. Three training populations where defined, URY (only data from Uruguay, 731), CAN (only data from Canada, 1168) and TOTAL (joint dataset, 1899). Genealogical information from the two countries was merged based on the international identification and cross reference list, with the pedigree file resulting in 17289 animals. The demands for livestock products are increasing, and beef production seems not to be an exception.

ABSTRACT. BLUPF90 suite of programs for animal breeding with focus on genomics The BLUPF90 suite is a collection of software for mixed-model computations with focus on breeding and genetics applications. Solving of mixed model equations and variances components estimation are supported for general multiple trait, multiple effect models, with different model design per trait and random correlated effects. Genomic analyses using single-step GBLUP are fully integrated in all programs with efficient optimizations for large scale genetic evaluations.

SUMMARY. Genomic selection provides the opportunity of genetic improvement of difficult-to-measure traits, such as carcass and meat traits. This study investigated the accuracies of genomic predictions of carcass and meat quality traits in Hereford with an initial training population of 747 steers. Hot carcass weights, rib eye areas and subcutaneous, fat depths were recorded in commercial slaughterhouses, as well as, the left pistola cut weight and retail product. Shear force and intramuscular fat content were measured in the Longissumus dorsi.

Abstract:The UN chose Uruguay as first case study for implementing a new set of post-2015 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), under the Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN). In 2006, the project issued the first report with the Agricultural Transformation Pathways (ATP) for Uruguay and other two selected study cases:U.K. and China.

Abstract: In 2016, the Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) project issued the first report with the Agricultural Transformation Pathways (ATP) for Uruguay and two other selected study cases. Beef is one of the main agri-food chains included in Uruguay´s first studies given is the country´s main export, production is the largest in terms of land used (12,6 million ha) and farms involved (44780). After setting Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)-consistent ATPs, the proposed ?backcasting? methodology includes the identification of roadblocks to overcome to transition.

Abtract. The Agricultural Transformation Pathways (ATP) for Uruguay and two other selected study cases issued in 2016 in the frame of the UN´s Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) projectmade relevant advances in setting the desired and feasible goals and development objectives for 2030 (Schwoob et al., 2016).

Abstract. Uruguay is the most export-oriented rice producing country in the world. The annual production rounds 1.4 million metric tons (TMT), more than 96% of which is exported globally. This article shows the results of the cost-benefit analysis performed on different technology alternatives defined for six different locations in the East of Uruguay, which is the in the traditional rice-producing region. Uruguay plants annually about 170 thousand hectares of rice. Sixty-percent of this area is located in the East part of the country.

Abstract. Uruguay is the most export-oriented rice producing country in the world. The annual production rounds 1.4 million metric tons (TMT), more than 96% of which is exported globally. This article shows the results of the cost-benefit analysis performed on different technology alternatives defined for six different locations in the East of Uruguay, which is the in the traditional rice-producing region. Uruguay plants annually about 170 thousand hectares of rice. Sixty-percent of this area is located in the East part of the country.

Abstract. Since 2002, and every four to six years, the National Institute of Agricultural Research (INIA) and the National Meat Institute (INAC) have been conducting the "meat quality audit" for the beef chain. The aim of the audits, since its inception, is to provide the meat chain with a significant set of indicators and measures regarding the quality of the cattle, as well as the beef all its sub-products, going through all the links of the chain, from the farm to the consumer.

Abstract. Global population is expected to reach 9.7 billionon 2050(UN). This will require increasing food production by approximately 70%. Therefore, the performance of agricultural production systems and processes should be improved. The growing food demand anticipated for 2050 is expected to increase the impact of agricultural production on the environment (Davis et al., 2016).