Model definition for genetic evaluation of purebred and crossbred lambs including heterosis.
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DOI: 10.1093/jas/skac188
Abstract: Crossbreeding is a common practice among commercial sheep producers to improve animal performance. However, genetic evaluation of U.S. sheep is performed within breed type (terminal sire, semi-prolific, and western range). While incorporating crossbred records may… read more here.
Keywords: genetic evaluation; purebred crossbred; heterosis; model ... See more keywords