Advances in understanding the genetics of pig behaviour

Advances in understanding the genetics of pig behaviour

Author: Dr Lotta Rydhmer
Publisher: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU)
Published date: 2020
ISBN: 1786769263

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Breeding for behavioural traits may improve pig welfare and breeding for high production may decrease pig welfare. Maternal behaviours important for piglet production includes savaging, crushing and nursing. Behaviours of importance for production of pigs for slaughter includes feeding behaviour, tail biting and aggressive behaviour. These are complex traits and large amounts of data are needed for accurate genetic evaluation and selection.

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