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Quantitative trait loci affecting calving traits in Danish Holstein cattle

J R Thomasen1, B Guldbrandtsen, P Sørensen

  • 1University of Aarhus, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, Department of Genetics and Biotechnology, Research Center Foulum, DK-8830 Tjele, Box 50, Denmark. Jorn.RThomasen@agrsci.dk

Journal of Dairy Science
|April 19, 2008
PubMed
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Researchers identified quantitative trait loci (QTL) influencing calving traits in Danish Holsteins. These genetic markers, particularly on specific chromosomes, can aid selection for improved calving performance and reduced stillbirth.

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