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Genomic diversity and population structure of understudied cattle populations of Sri Lanka in relation to established indigenous breeds.
Tropical animal health and production - 10 Jul 2026
Wijebandara Chamod Bhashitha, Silva Pradeepa, Dematawewa Mahinda, Lokugalappatti Sampath, Pichler Rudolf, Kurukulasuriya Maheshika Sandaruwanie, Madusanka Sampath, Disnaka Janitha Suneth, Ramasamy Saravanan, Hussain Tanveer, Periasamy Kathiravan
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Indigenous local cattle constitute one of the major components and primary contributors to the livestock sector in Sri Lanka. Understanding the genetic makeup of local cattle is essential for their effective utilization in national breed improvement programs aimed at enhancing productivity, as well as elucidating their historical development and ancestry. Accordingly, this study was conducted to assess the...
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