EXERCISE 5 Flashcards
1
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aims to improve animals by changing their genetic abilities for econ important traits
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animal breeding
2
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give examples of economically important traits
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quantity, quality , efficiency, value
3
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first step when developing a breeding program
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choice of most appropriate animal genetic resources to be used given an environment in a production system
4
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2nd step when developing a breeding program is
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which traits should be improved in the next generation
5
Q
specification of trait to be improved including emphasis given to each trait is called; gives direction in which direction to improve population
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breeding objective / goal
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