Article
(Co)variance components, genetic parameters and annual trends for calf weights in a Brahman herd kept on floodable savanna.
Genetics and molecular research : GMR - 31 Dec 2002
Plasse Dieter, Verde Omar, Arango Jesús, Camaripano Luis, Fossi Hugo, Romero Rafael, Rodriguez Carlos M, Rumbos José L
Abstract excerpt
(Co)variance components and genetic parameters were estimated for body weights of an elite Brahman herd under a designed, supervised management and genetic program, including strategic artificial insemination (AI). Restricted maximum likelihood methods were used with a univariate animal model for birth weight (BW) and a bivariate model for weaning weight (205-day weight, 205W) and 18-month weight (548-day weight,...
Topics
- Analysis of Variance
- Animal Husbandry
- Animals
- Birth Weight
- Body Weight
- Cattle
- Female
- Genetic Variation
- Insemination, Artificial
- Male
- Models, Genetic
- Phenotype
- Quantitative Trait, Heritable
- Weaning
