Article
Assessing fertility: Development of a selection index for fertility in Italian Jersey cattle.
Journal of dairy science - 1 Mar 2026
Milia Paola E, Cassandro Martino, Cesarani Alberto, Fabris Anna, Finocchiaro Raffaella, Marusi Maurizio, Macciotta Nicolò P P, Dimauro Corrado
Abstract excerpt
Selection for increased milk yield in dairy cattle has led to a decline in fertility due to unfavorable genetic correlation. However, fertility remains crucial in dairy farming for maintaining a regular productive cycle, ensuring continuous milk supply, and reducing costs related to nonproductive cows. For this reason, the aim of this study was to estimate genetic parameters for fertility traits and to assess...
Read the complete abstract on PubMedTopics
Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.
