Genetic analysis of the temperament of Nellore cattle using linear and threshold models

Temperament is an important trait for the management and welfare of animals and for reducing accidents involving people who work with cattle. The present study aimed to estimate the genetic parameters related to the temperament score (T) and weaning weight (WW) of Nellore cattle, reared in a beef ca...

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Main Authors: C.R.S. Lucena, H.H.R. Neves, R. Carvalheiro, J.A. Oliveira, S.A. Queiroz
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2015-01-01
Series:Animal
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1751731114002572