Whole-Genome SNP Characterisation Provides Insight for Sustainable Use of Local South African Livestock Populations

Whole-Genome SNP Characterisation Provides Insight for Sustainable Use of Local South African Livestock Populations

Local cattle and sheep populations are important for animal production and food security in South Africa. These genetic resources are well adapted to the diverse climatic conditions and hold potential to be utilized in production systems subjected to climate change. The local beef breeds are well in...

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Main Authors: Esté van Marle-Köster, Simon Frederick Lashmar, Anel Retief, Carina Visser
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2021-10-01
Series:Frontiers in Genetics
Subjects:
cattle
genetic diversity
inbreeding
indigenous
sheep
Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fgene.2021.714194/full

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