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Which term best describes the numeric value that represents the difference in production a pork producer could expect from future offspring of a sire and dam?
Which term best describes the numeric value that represents the difference in production a pork producer could expect from future offspring of a sire and dam?
- Back Fat
- Expected Progeny Difference (correct)
- Number Born Alive
- 21-day Litter Weight
What type of EPD is more desirable for traits like number born alive, 21-day litter weight, and pounds of lean?
What type of EPD is more desirable for traits like number born alive, 21-day litter weight, and pounds of lean?
- Back Fat
- Positive EPD (correct)
- Negative EPD
- Expected Progeny Difference
What type of EPD is more desirable for back fat and days to 250 pounds?
What type of EPD is more desirable for back fat and days to 250 pounds?
- Positive EPD
- Expected Progeny Difference
- Number Born Alive
- Negative EPD (correct)
What does NBA stand for in swine EPD terminology?
What does NBA stand for in swine EPD terminology?
What does the term 'parity' refer to in swine EPD terminology?
What does the term 'parity' refer to in swine EPD terminology?