Optimization of Dairy Cattle Breeding Programs with Genotype by Environment Interaction in Kenya

Optimization of Dairy Cattle Breeding Programs with Genotype by Environment Interaction in Kenya

Genotype by environment interaction influences the effectiveness of dairy cattle breeding programs in developing countries. This study aimed to investigate the optimization of dairy cattle breeding programs for three different environments within Kenya. Multi-trait selection index theory was applied...

Full description

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Peter K. Wahinya, Gilbert M. Jeyaruban, Andrew A. Swan, Julius H. J. van der Werf
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-08-01
Series:Agriculture
Subjects:
genotype by environment
breeding strategies
selection index
response
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0472/12/8/1274

Internet

https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0472/12/8/1274

Similar Items