Genetic Diversity and Population Genetic Structure of a Guzerá (<i>Bos indicus</i>) Meta-Population

Genetic Diversity and Population Genetic Structure of a Guzerá (<i>Bos indicus</i>) Meta-Population

The Brazilian Guzerá population originated from a few founders introduced from India. These animals adapted well to the harsh environments in Brazil, were selected for beef, milk, or dual-purpose (beef and milk), and were extensively used to produce crossbred animals. Here, the impact of these histo...

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Main Authors: Maria Gabriela C. D. Peixoto, Maria Raquel S. Carvalho, Andrea A. Egito, Raphael S. Steinberg, Frank Ângelo T. Bruneli, Marco Antônio Machado, Fernanda C. Santos, Izinara C. Rosse, Pablo Augusto S. Fonseca
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-04-01
Series:Animals
Subjects:
Zebu cattle
genetic variability
artificial selection
sustainable management
livestock conservation
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/11/4/1125

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