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Advances in understanding the genetics of pig behaviour

Authors :
Rydhmer, Lotta
Publication Year :
2021
Publisher :
Cambridge: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing, 2021.

Abstract

Breeding for behavioural traits may improve pig welfare and breeding for high production may decrease pig welfare. Maternal behaviours important for piglet production includes savaging, crushing and nursing. Behaviours of importance for production of pigs for slaughter includes feeding behaviour, tail biting and aggressive behaviour. These are complex traits and large amounts of data are needed for accurate genetic evaluation and selection.

Details

Language :
English
ISBN :
978-1-78676-926-8
1-78676-926-3
ISBNs :
9781786769268 and 1786769263
Database :
OAPEN Library
Notes :
ONIX_20230227_9781786769268_6
Publication Type :
eBook
Accession number :
edsoap.20.500.12657.61479
Document Type :
chapter
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.19103/AS.2020.0081.01