Use of field data in pig genomic selection schemes: a simulation study

The aim of this study was to test how genetic gain for a trait not measured on the nucleus animals could be obtained within a genomic selection pig breeding scheme. Stochastic simulation of a pig breeding program including a breeding nucleus, a multiplier to produce and disseminate semen and a produ...

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Main Authors: M. Lillehammer, A.K. Sonesson, T.H.E. Meuwissen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2016-01-01
Series:Animal
Subjects:
pig
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1751731115002669