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June 17, 2026Tropical Animal Health and ProductionOpen Access

Genetic diversity of cattle in three regions of Gauteng province in South Africa using microsatellite markers

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PSP. SomaBKB. B. KooverjeeAYA. Yika

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Randomized trial assesses genetic diversity in cattle populations, suggesting important breeding implications.

Key Points

  • To assess the genetic diversity and population structure of cattle in three Gauteng regions.
  • Hair samples collected from three regions: Western Gauteng (n=266), Lesedi (n=132), Tshwane (n=69).
  • Direct polymerase chain reaction (PCR) using eleven ISAG recommended microsatellite markers.
  • Statistical analysis performed with MS Toolkit, STRUCTURE, and GenAlEx programs.
  • Average expected heterozygosity recorded at 75%, indicating high genetic diversity.
  • Inbreeding levels ranged from -0.031 to 0.042, with a mean of 0.015, showing low inbreeding.
  • More genetic differentiation found within populations than between populations.

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Soma et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a3239c2d50b63ecad2050d0https://doi.org/10.1007/s11250-026-05092-9
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