Animal Breeding: Genetic Improvement and Selection

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Purebred breeders focus on selecting breeds for their own characteristics and crossing them to produce maternal or terminal lines.

True

Genotype x environment interaction occurs when genotypes respond the same way in all environments.

False

It is not recommended to use the breed type best suited for a particular production environment.

False

High performing breeds, usually imported from tropical countries, outperform tropical breeds and local breeds.

False

Tropical breeds are a result of long-term breeding programs conducted abroad.

False

Learn about the goal of animal breeding which involves improving genetic abilities for important traits based on societal requirements. Discover how to utilize available records to select and develop breeds with the correct genetic makeup. Topics include determining percentage differences and developing statistical models to predict breeding values.

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