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Genomic scans for selection and runs of homozygosity in southern Italian turkey populations.
Poultry science - 1 Feb 2025
Saleh Medhat S, Landi Vincenzo, Derks Martijn F L, Centoducati Gerardo, Groenen Martien A M, De Palo Pasquale, Ciani Elena, Pugliese Nicola, Circella Elena, Camarda Antonio
Abstract excerpt
Basilicata and Apulian (BAS-APU) turkeys, a native population in the Basilicata and Puglia regions of southern Italy, are known for their high meat quality and tolerance to local conditions. Understanding the genomic patterns of BAS-APU turkeys is critical for effective breeding and preservation strategies. In this study, we characterized runs of homozygosity (ROH), and selection signatures using the integrated...
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- Animals
- Turkeys
- Italy
- Selection, Genetic
- Homozygote
- Polymorphism, Single Nucleotide
