Longitudinal genome-wide association analysis using a single-step random regression model for height in Japanese Holstein cattle

Growth traits, such as body weight and height, are essential in the design of genetic improvement programs of dairy cattle due to their relationship with feeding efficiency, longevity, and health. We investigated genomic regions influencing height across growth stages in Japanese Holstein cattle usi...

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Main Authors: Toshimi Baba, Gota Morota, Junpei Kawakami, Yusaku Gotoh, Taro Oka, Yutaka Masuda, Luiz F. Brito, Rebbeca R. Cockrum, Takayoshi Kawahara
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2023-09-01
Series:JDS Communications
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666910223000534