Using EBVs and selection indexes to meet your Merino breeding objective
Primefact Number: 580 Edition: First edition Released/reviewed: 01 Jun 2007
A combination of visual assessment, estimated breeding values (EBVs) and selection indexes aids in the identification of superior sheep that match a breeding objective.
The Trangie QPLU$ Merino project demonstrated how EBVs and a suitable selection index can accelerate flock performance and progress towards the flock’s breeding objective.
This Primefact contains information on the following:
- Estimated breeding values (EBVs)
- Selection indexes
- Using EBVs and selection index figures
- Ram sale catalogues
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