Genetic parameters and expected responses to selection for components of feed efficiency in a Duroc pig line
Abstract Background Improving feed efficiency ( $${\text{FE}}$$ FE ) is a key factor for any pig breeding company. Although this can be achieved by selection on an index of multi-trait best linear unbiased prediction of breeding values with optimal economic weights, considering deviations of feed in...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | deu |
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BMC
2017-12-01
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| Series: | Genetics Selection Evolution |
| Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12711-017-0362-x |