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Managing genetic diversity in breeding programs of small populations: the case of French local chicken breeds.
Genetics, selection, evolution : GSE - 3 Aug 2022
Restoux Gwendal, Rognon Xavier, Vieaud Agathe, Guemene Daniel, Petitjean Florence, Rouger Romuald, Brard-Fudulea Sophie, Lubac-Paye Sophie, Chiron Geoffrey, Tixier-Boichard Michèle
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BACKGROUND: On-going climate change will drastically modify agriculture in the future, with a need for more sustainable systems, in particular regarding animal production. In this context, genetic diversity is a key factor for adaptation to new conditions: local breeds likely harbor unique adaptive features and represent a key component of diversity to reach resilience. However, local breeds often suffer from...
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