Genetic Variability and Management in Nero di Parma Swine Breed to Preserve Local Diversity

Genetic Variability and Management in Nero di Parma Swine Breed to Preserve Local Diversity

Nero di Parma is an endangered swine breed reared in the North of Italy which nowadays counts 1603 alive pigs. The aims of this study were (i) to explore the genetic diversity of the breed at pedigree level to determine the actual genetic structure, (ii) to evaluate the effectiveness of the breeding...

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Main Authors: Elena Mariani, Andrea Summer, Michela Ablondi, Alberto Sabbioni
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-03-01
Series:Animals
Subjects:
nero di parma
pig
conservation
genetic diversity
pedigree
breeding strategies
inbreeding
biodiversity
autochthonous
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/10/3/538

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