Phenotypic and genetic parameters in cattle populations in Ghana
This paper reviews phenotypic and genetic parameters in cattle in Ghana. Breeds include the Ghana Shorthorn (GSH), N’Dama, Sokoto Gudali, Sanga (indigenous breeds), Holstein–Friesian (exotic) and crosses between the indigenous breeds and exotics, including Jersey, Red Poll and Santa Gertrudis. A bri...
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| Format: | Case Study |
| Language: | Inglés |
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International Livestock Research Institute
2002
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| Online Access: | https://hdl.handle.net/10568/3582 |
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