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Selection methods for resistance to and tolerance of helminths in livestock.
Parasite (Paris, France) - 1 Jan 2014
McManus Concepta, do Prado Paim Tiago, de Melo Cristiano Barros, Brasil Bruno S A F, Paiva Samuel R
Abstract excerpt
Helminthiases are among the most important livestock diseases worldwide, in particular for small ruminants, which are the focus of this review. Resource Allocation Theory implies that high-productivity farm animals proportionate insufficient resources for adequate coping with stressful conditions. Significant differences between breeds and within breeds are seen, as well as genotype vs. environment interactions....
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