The influence of some environmental factors on growth rate of two Nigerian cattle breeds and their hybrid with the Charolais
Some of the genetic and environmental factors influencing performance traits of indigenous beef calves and their crosses in Nigeria are examined. The Bunaji and Sokoto Gudali, and Charolais x Bunaji crossbreds were evaluated for calf weights at 3, 6 and 12 months of age. Environmental and genetic ef...
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| Format: | Journal Article |
| Language: | Inglés |
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1988
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| Online Access: | https://hdl.handle.net/10568/66721 |
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