Selection for increased muscling is not detrimental to maternal productivity traits in Angus cows
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DOI: 10.1071/an13023
Abstract: The aim of the present study was to assess the effect of selection for increased muscling on maternal productivity of a temperate beef cow herd. Cows of predominantly Angus breeding were selected using visual muscle… read more here.
Keywords: maternal productivity; line; productivity; increased muscling ... See more keywords
Genesis, design and methods of the Beef CRC Maternal Productivity Project
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DOI: 10.1071/an13054
Abstract: Australian seedstock cattle breeders have expressed concerns that while there has been genetic improvement in feedlot and abattoir performance of cows, it could have led to a decline in maternal productivity, especially under variable nutritional… read more here.
Keywords: project; maternal productivity; methods beef; genesis design ... See more keywords