Department of Animal Science
Date of this Version
11-2015
Citation
24th Range Beef Symposium, Nov. 17-19, 2015, Loveland, Colo.
Abstract
The Power of Crossbreeding
- Heterosis
- Superiority of a crossbred animal as compared to the average of its straightbred parents
- Especially maternal heterosis
- Breed Complementarity
- Selection of breeds for core traits that fill the other breed(s) shortcomings
- Maternal crossbreds-‐appropriate cow size/lactation for environmental fitness
- Terminal crossbreds-‐add value to calves in market place
Comments
Copyright 2015 Bob Weaber.