Breeding objectives and selection traits for extensive beef cattle production in the tropics
Hetzel, D.J.S.; Seifert, G.W.
3rd World Congress on Genetics applied to Livestock Production, Lincoln, Nebraska, USA, July 16-22, 1986 IX Breeding programs for dairy and beef cattle, water buffalo, sheep, and goats: 244-258
1986
Accession: 001310336
Breeding objectives are discussed in terms of growth, reproduction, carcass quality, adaptation to the environment and temperament.
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