Lethal and semi-lethal mutations in Holstein calves in Uruguay

Lethal and semi-lethal mutations in Holstein calves in Uruguay

ABSTRACT: Genetic disorders in Holstein cattle are a health problem that has grown worldwide in recent years, compromising the sustainability of modern dairy production. In Uruguay, Holstein-based milk production is one of the most important sectors of the country’s economy, but high levels of inbre...

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Main Authors: Carolina Briano-Rodriguez, Agustín Romero, Silvia Llambí, Andrea Branda Sica, María Teresa Federici Rodriguez, Federico Giannitti, Rubén Dario Caffarena, Carlos Omar Schild, María Laura Casaux, Fernando Dutra Quintela
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Universidade Federal de Santa Maria 2021-04-01
Series:Ciência Rural
Subjects:
bovine hereditary diseases
brachyspina
Holstein haplotypes
syndactyly
cholesterol deficiency
complex vertebral malformation
BLAD
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