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Insights into the influence of diet and genetics on feed efficiency and meat production in sheep.
Animal genetics - 1 Feb 2024
Chacko Kaitholil Steffimol Rose, Mooney Mark H, Aubry Aurélie, Rezwan Faisal, Shirali Masoud
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Feed costs and carcass yields affect the profitability and sustainability of sheep production. Therefore, it is crucial to select animals with a higher feed efficiency and high-quality meat production. This study focuses on the impact of dietary and genetic factors on production traits such as feed efficiency, carcass quality, and meat quality. Diets promote optimal sheep growth and development and provide...
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