Analysis of an open nucleus breeding programme for Djallonke sheep in the Ivory Coast. 2. Response to selection on body weights

A selection programme was set up in 1983 in the Ivory Coast to improve the growth and live weight of the indigenous Djallonke sheep using an open nucleus breeding system. Selection was based on male individual weights at 80, 180 and 365 days of age. Multiple sires were used in farmers' flocks. Indiv...

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Main Authors: Yapi-Gnoare, C.V., Rege, J.E.O., Oya, A., Alemayehu, N.
Format: Journal Article
Language:Inglés
Published: Cambridge University Press 1997
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Online Access:https://hdl.handle.net/10568/28320

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