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Estimation of the genetic parameters of traits relevant to feed efficiency: result from broiler lines divergent for high or low abdominal fat content.
Poultry science - 1 Feb 2021
Chen Chong, Su Zhiyong, Li Yumao, Luan Peng, Wang Shouzhi, Zhang Hui, Xiao Fan, Guo Huaishun, Cao Zhiping, Li Hui, Leng Li
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Feed consumption represents a major cost in poultry production and improving feed efficiency is one of the important goals in breeding strategies. The present study aimed to analyze the relationship between feed efficiency and relevant traits and find the proper selection method for improving feed efficiency by using the Northeast Agricultural University High and Low Fat broiler lines that were divergently...
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