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Research Note: Genetic parameters for egg production and clutch-related traits in indigenous Beijing-You chickens.
Poultry science - 1 Sept 2023
Yang Hanhan, Li Yunlei, Yuan Jingwei, Ni Aixin, Ma Hui, Wang Yuanmei, Zong Yunhe, Zhao Jinmeng, Jin Sihua, Sun Yanyan, Chen Jilan
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Egg products from indigenous chickens have growing market shares as consumers are pursuing differentiation in egg consumption. The genetic improvement in egg production performance of those breeds is crucial for increasing the economic profit. This study aimed to estimate genetic parameters for egg production and clutch-related traits in indigenous Beijing-You chickens for understanding the genetic architecture...
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