Estimates of genetic parameters and genetic trend for reproduction, weight, and wool characteristics of Polypay sheep
Authors:
- K.J. HanfordKHK.J. Hanford
- L.D. Van VleckLVL.D. Van Vleck
- G.D. SnowderGSG.D. Snowder
- 1 June 2006
- journal article
- Published by Elsevier in Livestock Science
- Vol. 102 (1-2) , 72-82
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