Comparison of models for estimating genetic parameters and predicting breeding values for birth weight and calving ease in Czech Charolais cattle
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DOI: 10.17221/7529-cjas
Abstract: The most appropriate model for genetic parameters estimation for calving ease and birth weight in beef cattle was selected. A total of 27 402 field records were available from the Czech Charolais breed. For estimation… read more here.
Keywords: calving ease; ease; genetic parameters; birth weight ... See more keywords
Classification and regression tree analysis to predict calving ease in Sussex heifers using pelvic area dimensions and morphological traits
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DOI: 10.5455/javar.2021.h499
Abstract: Objectives: The objective of this study was to assess the relationship between pelvic measurements, namely pelvic height (PH), pelvic area (PA), and pelvic width, and linear body measurement traits, such as hindquarters width, rump length… read more here.
Keywords: pelvic area; calving ease; classification regression; sussex heifers ... See more keywords