Comparison of Bos taurus - Bos indicus breed crosses with straight bred Bos indicus breeds of cattle for maternal and individual traits

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Abstract

Presents results of a study conducted to estimate the effects of heterosis and breed on a series of maternal and individual traits; uses Boran X Ankole and Boran X Zebu as crossbred cows and Ankole, Boran and Small East African Zebu as straight-bred cows; includes calf crop born, preweaning viability, overall viability, birth weight, weaning weight, 12, 18 & 24 - mo weight, calf weight weaned per cow exposed to breeding, cow parturition weight, cow weaning weight and cow mean weight as major traits.

Citation

Journal of Animal Science;60(5): 1181-1187

Authors

  • Trail, J.C.M.
  • Gregory, K.E.
  • Marples, H.J.S.
  • Kakonge, J.

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