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Genomic diversity of temperament-associated SNPs in Simmental and Simbrah cattle from Mexico: implications for animal welfare and safer handling.
Tropical animal health and production - 20 Jul 2026
Díaz Melissa Isabel León, García Apolo Adolfo Carrasco, Murillo Vicente Eliezer Vega, Azuara César Gilberto Luna, Chagoya Rene Calderón, Bermúdez Moisés Montaño
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Temperament influences cattle welfare, human safety and productivity. Genetic markers associated with behavioural reactivity could support selection towards calmer animals, reducing handling-related stress and injuries. The objective of the study was to estimate allelic diversity and breed differentiation for temperament-associated SNPs in Simmental and Simbrah cattle sampled across Mexico and to discuss...
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