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Genetic parameters and pedigree-based selective breeding outcomes for productivity traits in industrial black soldier fly (hermetia illucens L.) production systems.
Genetics, selection, evolution : GSE - 16 Sept 2026
Donkpegan Armel S L, Guigue Alexandra, Berteau Nicolas, Compernolle Léo, Rouger Romuald
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Selective breeding in mass-reared insects has progressed rapidly in recent years, and the black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens L. - Diptera: Stratiomyidae), the most widely cultivated insect species for animal feed, is emerging as a strong candidate for genetic improvement. Estimation of quantitative‑genetic parameters and implementation of pedigree‑based selection schemes are essential to increase...
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- Diptera
- Animals
- Animal Feed
- Phenotype
- Male
- Female
