Predicting inheritance of breeding herds

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Massey, John W.
 Lasley, John F.
 Day, Billy N.

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1980

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How much of their advantage for a particular trait do superior animals transmit to their offspring? Heritability estimates help us answer this important question. This guide explains the meaning of heritability estimates, how they are calculated, and how they may be used for the improvement of livestock through breeding.

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