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Evaluation of genetic and maternal effects on growth-related traits in Sonadi sheep.
Tropical animal health and production - 20 Mar 2026
Kumar Ashok, Gautam Lokesh
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Efficient growth of indigenous sheep is vital for productivity and sustainability in arid and semi-arid environments. Sonadi sheep, native to Rajasthan, India, contribute significantly to rural livelihoods; however, genetic evaluations incorporating maternal effects remain limited. This study estimated direct and maternal genetic parameters for average daily gain (ADG), Kleiber ratio (KR), growth efficiency (GE),...
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