Article
Effect of polymorphisms in candidate genes on reproduction traits in Finnish pig populations.
Journal of animal science - 1 Mar 2010
Sironen A I, Uimari P, Serenius T, Mote B, Rothschild M, Vilkki J
Abstract excerpt
Reproduction traits play an important role in economically viable piglet production and are closely related to the quality and length of the productive life of the sow. A increased removal rate of young sows is undesirable not only because of the associated financial penalties incurred, but also because of ethical concerns. Candidate genes and gene pathways have been identified for fertility in model species, and...
Topics
- Alleles
- Animals
- Female
- Fertility
- Finland
- Genes
- Genetic Association Studies
- Genetic Markers
- Genotype
- Litter Size
- Male
- Parity
