What are the main conclusions of the chapter on Genetic Improvement of Dairy Cattle?
The use of productive, reproductive and pedigree records is th...
What are the main conclusions of the chapter on Genetic Improvement of Dairy Cattle? The use of productive, reproductive and pedigree records is the raw material for a genetic improvement program. Artificial insemination is a fundamental tool at the farm level for the genetic advancement of the herd. Interracial crosses are a proven genetic tool, but their use must be supervised and accompanied by precise genealogical records. In dairy cattle, it is more feasible to work with a type of animal that adapts to the environment than to try to drastically modify it. The main tasks of the dairy producer in genetic improvement programs are milk control and the use of bulls through artificial insemination.
a) I, II and III are correct. b) II, III and IV are correct. c) III, IV and V are correct. d) I, IV and V are correct. e) All statements are correct.
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