Transgenerational effects of the maternal gestational environment on the post-natal performance of beef cattle: A reaction norm approach

In tropical beef cattle production systems, animals are commonly raised on pastures, exposing them to potential stressors. The end of gestation typically overlaps with a dry period characterized by limited food availability. Late gestation is pivotal for fetal development, making it an ideal scenari...

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Published in:	Journal of animal breeding and genetics (1986)
Main Authors:	Santana, Mário Luiz, Bignardi, Annaiza Braga, Pereira, Rodrigo Junqueira, Sterman Ferraz, José Bento, Eler, Joanir Pereira
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Germany 29-05-2024
Subjects:	Nelore fetal programming genotype by environment interaction genetic parameters epigenetic non‐Mendelian inheritance
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