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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Format: | Article |
Language: | deu |
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BMC
2023-01-01
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Series: | Genetics Selection Evolution |
Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12711-023-00779-1 |