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Date of this Version
1976
Document Type
Article
Abstract
Selection of superior seedstock leads to lasting genetic improvement by increasing the frequency of "desirable" genes and decreasing frequency of "undesirable" genes. The definition of "desirable" varies. Nature favors genes which improve fitness to survive and thrive in the natural environment. Man should favor genes which improve biological and economic efficiency of beef production.
The concepts, definitions, formulas and symbols that are the tools necessary for effective selection programs are discussed in this publication.
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© 1976, The Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska on behalf of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln Extension. All rights reserved.