Genetic and Phenotypic Parameters for Pelt Quality and Body Length and Weight Traits in American Mink

Genetic and Phenotypic Parameters for Pelt Quality and Body Length and Weight Traits in American Mink

Understanding the genetics of fur characteristics and skin size is important for developing effective breeding programs in the mink industry. Therefore, the objectives of this study were to estimate the genetic and phenotypic parameters for pelt quality traits including live grading overall quality...

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Main Authors: Shafagh Valipour, Karim Karimi, David Barrett, Duy Ngoc Do, Guoyu Hu, Mehdi Sargolzaei, Zhiquan Wang, Younes Miar
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-11-01
Series:Animals
Subjects:
American mink
pelt quality
body size
genetic parameters
heritability
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/12/22/3184

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