Breeding Plans for Sheep - Past and Possible Progress
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چکیده
Various breeding plans are available to animal breeders, and the choice of a plan is influenced by many factors, including the type of animal and the particular aspect of its performance in which the breeder is interested. This paper is designed to review briefly the factors which govern the choice of a plan in relation to sheep-breeding for wool production, particularly under Australian conditions. There will be discussion of existing knowledge concerning theoretical and practical points which have a bearing on the decision, as well as an indication of need for further research.
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