He already has around 10,000 daughters on 500 Italian farms, and many more around the world. This is Crisalis, a Friesian bull that has just conquered the world record at the genetic level, as well as for the production and morphological performance of its offspring. "Crisalis exemplifies the pinnacle of Italian animal husbandry, ideally accommodating the evolving requirements of breeders: exceptional milk that is rich in proteins and has a high cheesemaking capacity, fertility, longevity, sturdy limbs, and minimal inbreeding", stated Luca Zaia, the president of Veneto, during his visit to the ranch where the animal is grazing, along with 200 other specimens. The bull was chosen while still in calf and reached international success as a result of the use of breeding and semen processing techniques that enable the selection of sperm from a specific sex in order to increase the percentage of female calves. Crisalis' exploit also conceals another secret: his childhood home. The Vallevecchia Bull Center near Caorle (Venice) provides optimal circumstances for the development of high-quality animals. In addition to the ideal environment, which is aided by the proximity to the sea, what makes the difference is the meticulous management of the pastures.