Estimation of genotype by temperature-humidity index interactions on milk production and udder health traits in Montbeliarde cows

Abstract Background Heat stress negatively influences cattle welfare, health and productivity. To cope with the forecasted increases in temperature and heat waves frequency, identifying high-producing animals that are tolerant to heat is of capital importance to maintain milk production. This study,...

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Main Authors: Aurélie Vinet, Sophie Mattalia, Roxane Vallée, Christine Bertrand, Beatriz C. D. Cuyabano, Didier Boichard
Format: Article
Language:deu
Published: BMC 2023-01-01
Series:Genetics Selection Evolution
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12711-023-00779-1