Characterisation of Ovine <i>KRTAP19-3</i> and Its Impact on Wool Traits in Chinese Tan Sheep

Wool, a natural fibre derived from sheep, can present a challenge to wool processing and manufacturing industries because of the variation in fibre traits. Genetic improvement offers one solution to this challenge, and having a better understanding of the genes that affect wool fibre traits is there...

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Published in:	Animals
Main Authors:	Lingrong Bai, Huitong Zhou, Jinzhong Tao, Jon G. H. Hickford
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2024-09-01
Subjects:	keratin-associated protein KAP19-3 variation wool traits fine wool heterotypic hair fibres
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/14/19/2772