Abstract
This chapter reviews the principles, opportunities and limitations for detection of quantitative trait loci (QTL) in livestock and for their use in genetic improvement programmes. Alternate strategies for QTL detection are discussed, as are methods for inclusion of marker and QTL information in genetic evaluation. Practical issues regarding implementation of marker-assisted selection (MAS) for selection in reed crosses and for selection within breeds are described, along with likely routes towards achieving that goal. Opportunities and challenges are also discussed for the use of molecular information for genetic improvement of livestock in developing countries.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Marker-Assisted Selection |
| Editors | Guimaraes, EP, Ruane, J, Scherf, BD, Sonnino, A, Dargie, JD |
| Place of Publication | Rome, Italy |
| Publisher | Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) |
| Pages | 167-184 |
| Edition | 1 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9789251057179 |
| Publication status | Published - 2007 |
Keywords
- Quantitative Genetics (incl Disease and Trait Mapping Genetics)
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