Selective sweep analysis reveals extensive parallel selection traits between large white and Duroc pigs

Abstract In the process of pig genetic improvement, different commercial breeds have been bred for the same purpose, improving meat production. Most of the economic traits, such as growth and fertility, have been selected similarly despite the discrepant selection pressure, which is known as paralle...

Full description

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Saixian Zhang, Kaili Zhang, Xia Peng, Huiwen Zhan, Jiahui Lu, Shengsong Xie, Shuhong Zhao, Xinyun Li, Yunlong Ma
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2020-12-01
Series:Evolutionary Applications
Subjects:
pig
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1111/eva.13085