Basic Aquaculture Genetics
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چکیده
livestock has been the foundation for selective breeding for thousands of years. However, our understanding of genetics, which is the biological basis of heredity and variation among organisms, has deepened dramatically in the last several decades. This new knowledge expands the potential applications of genetics and genome technologies in agricultural practices. In aquaculture settings, current genetic improvement programs focus on selecting superior broodstock, using better breeding practices, increasing sustainability, and minimizing environmental problems. These programs have already led to more efficient, productive and profitable aquaculture systems, but the genomics revolution promises to speed and amplify genetic advances in the near future. This publication describes both basic genetic principles and applied genome technologies that are relevant to today’s aquaculture industry.
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