Vidéo
Longevity, an adaptation trait of creole goats to tropical climate
Le Gosier
12 juillet 2016
Résumé
The importance of longevity as an economic trait reflects the effectiveness and adaptation of the herd in a particular environment. A study was conducted in the experimental herd of Creole goats at INRA in Guadeloupe to test the environmental factors that affect the longevity of deer. A lifetime dataset of 387 Creole Rabbits, raised on pasture year-round, was recorded over an 11-year period (2001-2012). The deer were bred for reproduction at the age of 11 months. Three mating periods were organized per year, corresponding to 3 climatic seasons, using the male effect. This study gave indications to breeders to improve the management of their female herd and increase the lifespan.
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Organisation
Institut national de la recherche agronomique (France). Centre de recherches,
Le Gosier, 12 juillet 2016
Langue
Anglais
Type
Vidéo
- Colloque & conférence
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