Data-Driven Strategic Sustainability Initiatives of Beef and Dairy Genetics Consortia: A Comprehensive Landscape Analysis of the US, Brazilian and European Ca

The sustainability of the beef and dairy industry requires a systems approach that in-tegrates environmental stewardship, economic viability, and social responsibility. Over the past two decades, global genetic consortia have advanced data-driven germplasm programs to enhance sustainability across cattle systems. These initiatives employ multi-trait selection indices aligned with consumer demands and supply chain trends, targeting production, longevity, health, and reproduction which include greenhouse gas mitigation, improved resource efficiency, operational safety, and optimized animal welfare as outcomes. This study analyzes strategic initiatives, germplasm portfolios, and data platforms from leading genetics companies in the USA, Europe, and Brazil. U.S. programs combine genomic selection with reproductive technologies such as in-vitro fertilization and sexed semen to accelerate genetic progress. European efforts emphasize resource efficiency, welfare, and environmental impact, while Brazilian strategies focus on adaptability to tropical conditions, heat tolerance, and disease re-sistance. Furthermore, mathematical models and decision-support tools are increas-ingly used to balance profitability with environmental goals, reducing sustainability trade-offs through data-driven resource allocation. Industry wide collaboration among stakeholders and regulatory bodies underscores a rapid shift toward sustainabil-ity-oriented cattle management strategies, positioning genetics and technology as key drivers of long-term resilience.