Texas Adapted Genetic Strategies for Beef Cattle II: Genetic-Environmental Interaction

Type
Publication
Date of Publication
January 25, 2022
Price
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Overview

Animal performance is determined by genetics, environment, and the interaction between the two. This publication illustrates the interaction of genetics with the physical environment, nutrition, management, and economics. (4 pages)

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