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September 16, 2025Open Access

Direct and Maternal Genetic Effects and Temporal Trends of Economic Traits in Surti Buffaloes

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HMHari Ram MeenaLGLokesh Gautam

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Analysis shows significant genetic trends in milk yield and reproductive traits in Surti buffaloes, suggesting a need for balanced selection strategies.

Key Points

  • Genetic trends revealed declines in total milk yield and associated traits over the decades.
  • Strong genetic correlations were found among various milk yield traits but variable associations in reproductive traits.
  • Heritability estimates for traits like average daily milk yield showed low values, indicating challenges in genetic improvement.
  • A balanced selection strategy targeting both milk production and reproductive efficiency is essential for the Surti herd.

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Meena et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d454bb31b076d99fa59e67https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-7485713/v1
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