Quantitative and qualitative analysis reveals genetic potential of camel hair in four breeds, indicating quality variations.
Background: The livestock domestication has advanced with industrialization, civilization and technical innovations. Among all products and services, camel wool stands out for its distinct qualities and comparable with animal fibres viz. cashmere, alpaca, sheep and angora wool. Methods: The present study analyzes the quantitative and qualitative attributes of camel fibre by considering four breeds (Bikaneri, Jasialmeri, Kachchhi and Mewari). Result: Highest fibre weight in Bikaneri breed indicates higher genetic potential. The quality declined in older animals, due to age-specific management, nutrition, hair density and feeding strategies. The possibility of preparing blends fibre from camel hair with natural or synthetic fibres was indicated by the mean fibre diameter and medullation percentage. The correlation showed blanket and carpet qualities of camel hair. The results of this study suggest further improvement through selection in hair fibre attributes. Future research may focus on the genes associated with fibroblast growth.
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