Quantitative trait loci analysis for leg weakness-related traits in a Duroc × Pietrain crossbred population

Quantitative trait loci analysis for leg weakness-related traits in a Duroc × Pietrain crossbred population

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Leg weakness issues are a great concern for the pig breeding industry, especially with regard to animal welfare. Traits associated with leg weakness are partly influenced by the genetic background of the animals but the genetic basis...

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Main Authors: Phatsara Chirawath, Wimmers Klaus, Looft Christian, Tholen Ernst, Scholz Armin M, Jonas Elisabeth, Tesfaye Dawit, Große-Brinkhaus Christine, Cinar Mehmet, Uddin Muhammad, Laenoi Watchara, Juengst Heinz, Sauerwein Helga, Mielenz Manfred, Schellander Karl
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Language:deu
Published: BMC 2011-03-01
Series:Genetics Selection Evolution
Online Access:http://www.gsejournal.org/content/43/1/13

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