Longitudinal genetic dynamics of weaning index and implications for cow-calf production efficiency

Longitudinal genetic dynamics of weaning index and implications for cow-calf production efficiency

In beef cattle, the selection for higher weights at young ages has been questioned with the argument that this criterion may increase the adult weight of cows, resulting in higher costs. Therefore, selection criteria should be employed to increase weights at young ages with minimal impact on the adu...

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Main Authors: K.C. Almeida, A.B. Bignardi, M.E.Z. Mercadante, L. El Faro, J.N.S.G. Cyrillo, A.A. Boligon, R. Carvalheiro, R.J. Pereira, M.L. Santana
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2024-02-01
Series:Animal
Subjects:
Beef cattle
Cow efficiency
Genetic correlation
Mature weight
Random regression model
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1751731123003816

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