Selection signature analysis and genome-wide divergence of South African Merino breeds from their founders

Merino sheep are a breed of choice across the world, popularly kept for their wool and mutton value. They are often reared as a pure breed or used in crossbreeding and are a common component in synthetic breed development. This study evaluated genetic diversity, population structure, and breed diver...

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Main Authors: E. F. Dzomba, M. A. Van Der Nest, J. N. T. Mthembu, P Soma, M. A. Snyman, M. Chimonyo, F. C. Muchadeyi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2023-01-01
Series:Frontiers in Genetics
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fgene.2022.932272/full