Estimates of non-genetic effects and genetic parameters for semen traits in Piemontese bulls
Male reproductive performances are often ignored in cattle breeding programmes, although semen traits might be used to improve bull breeding soundness. Effects of genetic and environmental factors on semen production and quality traits were estimated in 693 Piemontese bulls with the aim of providing...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2021-08-01
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Series: | Animal |
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Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1751731121001452 |