Search for dissertations about: "selective breeding"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 25 swedish dissertations containing the words selective breeding.
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1. Towards a sustainable tilapia breeding program in Tanzania
Abstract : A structured breeding program is an important step towards sustainable tilapia aquaculture in Tanzania. The aim of the thesis was to generate baseline information for the establishment of tilapia breeding program in Tanzania. READ MORE
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2. Breeding for improved hip and elbow health in Swedish dogs
Abstract : Decades of selective breeding to reduce the prevalence of hip and elbow dysplasia(HD and ED) in Swedish dogs, based on phenotypic assessment of radiographic hip status, has had limited success. The prevalence of dysplastic dogs is still high in many large-sized and giant breeds and among the most common causes for euthanasia and costly veterinary care in numerous breeds are joint-related problems. READ MORE
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3. Sustainable Kelp Aquaculture in Sweden
Abstract : Seaweed aquaculture is gaining more interest worldwide, including Europe. However, despite its long coast seaweed farming is still very minor in Sweden. READ MORE
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4. Genomics of heterosis and egg production in White Leghorns
Abstract : Crossbreeding is practiced extensively in commercial breeding programs of many plant and animal species, in order to exploit heterosis, breed complementarity, and to protect pure line genetic material. The success of commercial crossbreeding schemes depends on identifying and using the right combination of breeds, lines or varieties that produce the desired crossbred offspring. READ MORE
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5. Quantitative genetics of wood quality traits in Scots pine
Abstract : Wood quality of commercial tree species is important for many wood processingindustries and thus should be considered for inclusion in forest tree improvementprograms. This thesis evaluated the suitability of various proxy methods for rapid andnon-destructive assessment of wood quality traits on standing trees of Scots pine and thepotential for genetic improvement of different wood quality traits through recurrentselective breeding. READ MORE