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Impact of reducing metagenomic sequencing depth on phenotypic prediction accuracy of feed intake and average daily gain in beef cattle.
Journal of animal science - 8 Jan 2026
Lakamp Andrew, Aluthge Nirosh D, Kuehn Larry A, Snelling Warren M, Wells James E, Hales Kristin E, Neville Bryan W, Fernando Samodha C, Spangler Matthew L
Abstract excerpt
Metagenomic information can aid in both genomic and phenotypic predictions of economically relevant traits. Financial restraints often result in a trade-off between the number of samples sequenced and the depth of sequencing. Therefore, it is critical to understand how changes in sequencing depth impact phenotypic prediction accuracy to make optimal use of resources. This study utilized host genomic and rumen...
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