ABSTRACT The current and future tidal swamplands are very strategic as one of the Indonesia national food barns considering the decreasing of productive land. Utilization of tidal swampland for agriculture, especially rice farming in South Kalimantan by local farmers began spontaneously hundreds of years ago. Most of the tidal swampland in South Kalimantan is still planted with local rice (Oryza sativa L.) varieties. Various local rice varieties planted by farmers include Siam, Bayar, Pandak, and Lemo varieties. These local varieties have been collected, identified, and conserved ex-situ in the tidal fields of South Kalimantan. The technology of local varieties of rice cultivation from seedling to harvest is carried out traditionally and uses traditional tools. Numerous local varieties collected and conserved, undergo crossbreeding with superior varieties to generate new high-yielding varieties with flavours favoured by the local populace. The Siam Unus serves as local variety for crossbreeding, while the superior varieties include Cisokan and Dodokan. The crossing of Siam Unus with Cisokan yields Margasari variety, and with Dodokan, it produces Martapura variety. Both varieties enjoy significant popularity among farmers and the local communities in the tidal areas of South and Central Kalimantan. This paper reviews research on traditional rice farming of tidal swampland and its impact on breeding and conservation programs in South Kalimantan.

ABSTRACT Barley is an important crop for Brazil and an advantageous alternative for irrigated cultivation in the Brazilian Savanna. The present study aimed to characterize and estimate genetic, phenotypic, and environmental parameters and select genotypes from the Embrapa Cerrados irrigated barley working collection. The experiment was established in Randomized Blocks with four replications under irrigation in Embrapa Cerrados, Planaltina-DF. The traits evaluated were grain yield, commercial classification of first grains, 1000-seed weight, plant height, lodging, and cycle. The genetic parameters and correlations between the traits evaluated were obtained. High values of heritability, in a broad sense, were verified. The high coefficients of genotypic variance and the high selective accuracy obtained corroborate the favorable environmental condition for the selection of genotypes. It was verified that the genotypic correlations were higher than the phenotypic correlation coefficients, showing a greater contribution of genetic factors in the expression of the traits. Earlier genotypes had higher grain yields, first-class commercial classification, 1000-seed weight, and height. There was a strong positive correlation between the commercial classification of first grains and 1000-seed weight. Genotypes PFC 2005143, PFC 2006134, and PFC 2004212 were selected for use in crossbreeding blocks within the Brazilian irrigated barley breeding program. Savanna collection PlanaltinaDF. PlanaltinaDF Planaltina DF. DF Planaltina-DF yield 1000seed seed 1000 weight height lodging cycle heritability sense yields firstclass class 2005143 2006134 200421 program 100 200514 200613 20042 10 20051 20061 2004 1 2005 2006 200 20 2

RESUMO A cevada é uma importante cultura para o Brasil e uma vantajosa alternativa para o cultivo irrigado no Cerrado. O objetivo deste trabalho foi caracterizar, estimar parâmetros genéticos, fenotípicos e ambientais e realizar a seleção de genótipos da coleção de trabalho de cevada irrigada da Embrapa Cerrados. O experimento foi estabelecido em Blocos casualizados com quatro repetições, sob irrigação, na Embrapa Cerrados, Planaltina-DF. As características avaliadas foram: rendimento de grãos, classificação comercial de primeira, peso de mil sementes, altura de planta, acamamento e ciclo. Foram obtidos os parâmetros genéticos e as correlações entre as características avaliadas. Foram verificados altos valores de herdabilidade, em sentido amplo. Os altos coeficientes de variância genotípica e a alta acurácia seletiva obtida corroboram a condição ambiental favorável para a seleção de genótipos. Verificou-se que as correlações genotípicas foram maiores que os coeficientes de correlação fenotípica, evidenciando uma maior contribuição dos fatores genéticos na expressão dos caracteres. Os genótipos mais precoces apresentaram maiores rendimentos de grãos, classificação comercial de primeira, peso de mil sementes e altura. Houve forte correlação positiva entre classificação comercial de primeira e peso de mil sementes. Os genótipos PFC 2005143, PFC 2006134 e PFC 2004212 foram selecionados para uso em blocos de cruzamento dentro do programa brasileiro de melhoramento de cevada irrigada. Cerrado caracterizar Cerrados repetições irrigação PlanaltinaDF. PlanaltinaDF Planaltina DF. DF Planaltina-DF grãos planta ciclo herdabilidade amplo Verificouse Verificou se fenotípica caracteres 2005143 200613 200421 200514 20061 20042 20051 2006 2004 2005 200 20 2

Abstract This study evaluated the nutritional and productive performance of Nellore purebred heifers and crossbred Brangus x Nellore (BGNE) and Braford x Nellore (BFNE) in a feedlot system. Thirty heifers (10 of each genetic group) with an average age of 18 months and an initial body weight of 261 kg were used. The experiment was structured and conducted according to a completely randomized design, with three treatments. Heifers received two diets (60 days each) during the experimental period. The experiment lasted 120 days with four experimental periods. Nellore heifers had a lower intake than crossbred heifers (P <0.05). There were no differences between BGNE and BFNE heifers, which had higher final body weight, average daily gain, feed efficiency, hot carcass weight and carcass length than NE heifers. Crossed heifers presented better fat cover than NE heifers. However, NE heifers had higher carcass dressing Despite presenting lower carcass yields than Nellore heifers, crossed heifers are more efficient and have higher performance and better fat cover on the carcass than purebred Nellore heifers. Crossbreeding synthetic breeds, such as Brangus and Braford breeds, with the Nellore breed is an effective way to increase the productivity and efficiency of feedlot heifers in tropical regions. (BGNE (BFNE system 10 (1 group 1 26 used design treatments 60 (6 period 12 periods P <0.05. 005 <0.05 . 0 05 <0.05) gain However breeds regions ( 2 6 00 <0.0 <0. <0 <

Sheep farming plays a significant role in generating economic opportunities and employment on a global scale. It is a vital support system for rural economies, mainly where agricultural alternatives are scarce, like farmers living in arid and semiarid areas. This article aims to investigate andpromote sustainable communal sheep farming practices and examine the significance of the weaning percentage and how it determines the communal wool industry's success, economic viability, and sustainability. Additionally, the article will address the challenges these farmers face in sweet-, sour-and mixed grass veld types. Furthermore, the article will explore the impact of lambing seasons and flock structures on ewe productivity and identify strategies to mitigate adverse effects in communal sheep flocks. Lastly, the article will discuss management practices in sheep production systems, considering their economic and environmental sustainability. The mean weaning percentage, a critical indicator of reproductive success and productivity, was 48.78%, reflecting substantial dispersion within a sample population of 9 603 sheep across 351 farmers' interviews. Pure breeding exhibits a 5.6% higher weaning percentage than crossbreeding. In cases where there was inbreeding, the weaning percentage was 11.3% lower than that of flocks using unrelated rams. Statistical analysis further underscores the substantial influence (p<0.001) of consistent dissemination of production and reproduction technical information, facilitated through governmental initiatives and stakeholder engagements, in driving these improvements. Best sheep and health management practices are paramount for enhancing the weaning percentage of sheep flocks. The quality of grazing and the utilisation of well-adapted breeding stock are pivotal factors. Statistical analysis reveals a significant impact (p<0.05) of rotational grazing with a herding effect (extensive grazing) compared to free grazing (continuous grazing) with minimal management. Integrating labourers into communal sheep enterprises profoundly influences various operations, notably sheep herding, where they safeguard animals, identify health issues, and guide flock movements to optimal grazing areas, enhancing nutrition and weaning percentages.

Resumen Este artículo analiza el surgimiento de procesos de innovación pioneros en la ganadería ovina en el área del Río de la Plata, ocurrida al mismo tiempo que en otras zonas productoras que luego adquirirían importancia mundial (Australia, Estados Unidos). La nueva tecnología operó sobre las distintas dimensiones del esquema productivo, con el fin de sostener la cruza exitosa del rebaño criollo con ejemplares de variedades europeas con lana de óptima calidad. Se propone una periodización hasta el momento previo al inicio del auge mayor de las exportaciones de lana, evaluando las transformaciones acontecidas desde los años finales del siglo XVIII hasta mediados del XIX.

Abstract This article analyzes groundbreaking innovation processes on sheep farming which took place in the Rio de la Plata region at the same time as in other important world productive areas (Australia, the United States). The new technology embraced the multiple dimensions of the productive process, in order to successfully support the crossbreeding between the creole sheep and imported rams of top quality wool. A new periodization is proposed, from the outset to the moment preceding the highest wool export boom in 1853. The transformations which took place between the end of the 18th and the mid of the 19th Century have consequently been assessed.

Resumo Este artigo analisa o surgimento de processos pioneiros de inovação na criação de ovinos na região do Rio de la Plata que ocorreu, paralelamente, a outras áreas produtoras e que posteriormente adquiririam importância mundial (Austrália, Estados Unidos). A nova tecnologia executou-se nas diferentes dimensões do esquema produtivo, de forma a sustentar o sucesso do cruzamento do rebanho crioulo com espécimes de variedades européias com lã de ótima qualidade. Propõe-se uma periodização até o momento anterior ao início do maior boom das exportações de lã, avaliando as transformações ocorridas desde os anos finais do século XVIII até meados do século XIX.

Resumen El cruzamiento permite aprovechar las diferencias genéticas aditivas entre razas, también permiten hacer uso de la heterosis y de la complementariedad. Por lo tanto, se necesita generar información de la eficacia de las cruzas en comparación con las razas puras, bajo las condiciones de interés. El objetivo fue cuantificar el impacto de los efectos genéticos aditivos y no aditivo para días a primer estro (DPE), días a primer servicio (DPS), días abiertos (DA), servicios por concepción (SPC), intervalo entre partos (IP) y duración de la gestación (DG). Se utilizó la información productiva y genealógica de hembras provenientes de un dialelo entre Holstein (HO) y Suizo Pardo (SP), un total de 148 vacas de las razas HO (n=43), SP (n=64) y sus cruzas reciprocas HO-SP (n=20) y SP-HO (n=21). Se utilizaron contrastes para estimar la heterosis individual y las diferencias entre los efectos genéticos directos y entre los efectos genéticos maternos con base en los modelos de Dickerson. Los resultados mostraron que la heterosis y las diferencias entre los efectos maternos no fueron significativos (P>0.05) para ninguna de las características estudiadas. Las diferencias entre efectos genéticos directos solo fueron importantes (P<0.05) para SPC y DG. En conclusión, la heterosis generada por el cruzamiento entre HO y SP no influyó sobre la eficiencia reproductiva de las hembras. Los efectos maternos no fueron diferentes entre HO y SP. Los efectos genéticos directos para SPC y DG favorecieron a la raza SP.

Abstract Crossbreeding allows taking advantage of additive genetic differences between breeds, they also allow making use of heterosis and complementarity. Therefore, it is necessary to generate information on the efficacy of crosses compared to pure breeds under the conditions of interest. The objective was to quantify the impact of additive and non-additive genetic effects for days to first estrus (DFE), days to first service (DFS), days open (DO), services per conception (SPC), calving interval (CI) and gestation length (GL). The productive and genealogical information of females from a diallel between Holstein (HO) and Brown Swiss (BS), a total of 148 cows of the breeds HO (n=43), BS (n=64) and their reciprocal crosses HO-BS (n=20) and BS-HO (n=21), was used. Contrasts were used to estimate individual heterosis and differences between direct genetic effects and between maternal genetic effects based on Dickerson models. The results showed that heterosis and differences between maternal effects were not significant (P>0.05) for any of the traits studied. Differences between direct genetic effects were only important (P<0.05) for SPC and GL. In conclusion, the heterosis generated by the crossbreeding between HO and BS did not influence the reproductive efficiency of females. Maternal effects were not different between HO and BS. Direct genetic effects for SPC and GL favored the BS breed.

RESUMEN Objetivo. Comparar la composición de ácidos grasos (FA) en la carne Wagyu y sus cruzas con Angus, Beefmaster, Brangus y Hereford, y analizar su relación con marcadores genéticos del metabolismo lipídico. Materiales y métodos. Se colectaron 111 muestras de Longissimus dorsi, las cuales se agruparon por grupo genético, se cuantificaron los FA (cromatografía de gases líquidos) y se tipificaron marcadores de ADN asociados teóricamente a FA. Se examinó el equilibrio de Hardy-Weinberg y desequilibrio de ligamiento de los marcadores y se estimó el efecto de las cruzas y el efecto de los genotipos. Resultados. Las cruzas no mostraron diferencias substanciales en la composición de FA con respecto a Wagyu. Nueve SNPs mostraron asociación con la composición de FA, y se encontró un efecto importante en el marcador SLC2A4 ss62538460, el cual influyó sobre SFA, MUFA y MUFA/SFA. Los marcadores, PLTP ss77832104 y IGF2R ss77831885 influyeron sobre C16:0, MYOZ1 ss77832104 sobre C17:1 y PPARGC1A c.1892+19 sobre C18:2. Además, se comprobaron efectos previamente descritos de MEF2C ss38329156 y SCD c.878. Conclusiones. Los presentes resultados representan una de las primeras evidencias sobre la deposición de FA en ganado Wagyu y sus cruzas y propone algunos loci en genes candidatos con posibilidad de implementación en estrategias de mejoramiento asistido.

ABSTRACT Objective. To assess the fatty acids composition (FA) in Wagyu beef and its crosses with Angus, Beefmaster, Brangus and Hereford, and to analyze its relationship with genetic markers related to lipid metabolism. Materials and methods. 111 Longissimus dorsi samples were collected and grouped by genetic group. FA were extracted and quantified in a gas-liquid chromatography and DNA markers theoretically associated to FA were typed. Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium and linkage disequilibrium were examined, the effect of crosses and the effect of genotypes were estimated. Results. The crosses did not show substantial differences in FA composition. Nine SNPs showed association with FA composition, and a significant effect was found in the SLC2A4 marker ss62538460 which influenced SFA, MUFA and MUFA/SFA; PLTP ss77832104 and IGF2R ss77831885 markers, influenced C16:0, MYOZ1 ss77832104 on C17:1 and PPARGC1A c.1892+19 on C18:2. In addition, previously described effects of MEF2C ss38329156 and SCD c.878 were supported. Conclusions. These results are first evidence on FA deposition in Wagyu cattle and their crosses, and proposes some loci in candidate genes with the possibility of implementation in assisted selection strategies.

ABSTRACT The sheep populations of the Colombian Caribbean Region are characterized by having a high phenotypic heterogeneity mainly due to the use of Creole animals in crossbreeding with exotic breeds. The aim of this study was to estimate the genetic diversity and the population structure of sheep in this region. In total, 459 sheep from 26 farms in 19 municipalities were selected. The DNA samples were genotyped with the ovine low-density chip (15K). Analyses of molecular variance, genetic diversity and population structure were performed. At the phenotypic level, 65.8% of the sampled animals were assigned to the Criollo population, while 15.7% showed signs of introgression with other commercial breeds (mestizos). The populations presented a high degree of genetic diversity within individuals (90.6%) and low levels of genetic variation between populations (FST = 0.075). This low differentiation, together with the low levels of genetic variation between populations, could be attributed to a lack of selection pressure and the existence of gene flow (crossbreeding) between populations.

RESUMEN Las poblaciones ovinas de la Región Caribe colombiana se caracterizan por tener una alta heterogeneidad fenotípica debido principalmente al uso de animales criollos en cruzamiento con razas exóticas. El presente estudio tuvo como objetivo estimar la diversidad genética y la estructura poblacional de ovinos de esta región. Se seleccionaron 459 animales ovinos de 26 granjas de 19 municipios. Las muestras de ADN fueron genotipadas con el chip ovino de baja densidad (15K). Se realizaron análisis de varianza molecular, diversidad genética y estructura poblacional. A nivel fenotípico, se asignó el 65.8% de los animales muestreados a la población Criollo mientras que 15.7% presentaron señales de introgresión con otras razas comerciales (mestizos). Las poblaciones presentaron un alto grado de diversidad genética dentro de los individuos (90.6%) y bajos niveles de variación genética entre poblaciones (FST = 0.075). Esta baja diferenciación, junto con los bajos niveles de variación genética entre poblaciones podría atribuirse a una falta de presión de selección y a la existencia de un flujo genético (mestizaje) entre las poblaciones.

Resumen El objetivo fue el ajuste de un modelo no lineal (MNL) para evaluar la curva de crecimiento en bovinos Limousin, en pureza de raza (PRZ) y cinco grados de cruzamiento (GPZ; 1/2, 3/4, 7/8, 15/16, 31/32 de Limousin). Se analizó el peso vivo, el intervalo de peso al nacer a 500 días de edad. Se evaluaron cuatro MNL: Brody, Bertalanffy, Gompertz y logístico. Se estimaron parámetros de crecimiento: peso adulto (PAD); tasa de crecimiento (TAC); edad (EPI; meses) y peso (PPI; kg) al punto de inflexión; edad (meses; E50M) para alcanzar 50% de madurez y madurez a 15 meses (GM15). Con el MNL seleccionado en PRZ se caracterizó la curva de crecimiento en GPZ. El modelo de mejor ajuste fue Bertalanffy. El PAD para machos PRZ fue 566.1, para GPZ estuvo en el intervalo de 446.9 a 527.4; para hembras, en GPZ estuvo en el intervalo de 374.5 a 419.9, en PRZ fue 443.0. Los MNL presentaron correlaciones por debajo de -0.75 entre PAD y TAC. En vaquillas de PRZ, EPI se estimó a 3.7 con 131.2 para PPI; en GPZ, EPI y PPI estuvieron en los intervalos de 2.9 a 3.7 y 110.9 a 124.4, respectivamente. E50M para hembras, en PRZ fue a 10.6 y para GPZ en el intervalo de 8.9 a 10.5. GM15 para hembras, en GPZ el promedio fue 90.5 % en PRZ fue de 87.9 %. Los machos en PRZ alcanzan E50M a partir de 13 meses.

Abstract The objective was to fit a non-linear model (NLM) to evaluate the growth curve in purebred (PB) Limousin cattle and in five degrees of crossbreeding (DCBs: 1/2, 3/4, 7/8, 15/16, 31/32 Limousin). Live weight, the birth weight interval at 500 d of age, was analyzed. Four NLMs were evaluated: Brody, Bertalanffy, Gompertz, and logistic. Growth parameters were estimated: adult weight (ADW); growth rate (GR); age (AIP; months) and weight (WIP; kg) at inflection point; age (months; A50M) to reach 50 % maturity and degree of maturity at 15 mo (DM15). The growth curve in DCB was characterized using the NLM selected for BP. The best-fitting model was Bertalanffy. The ADW for purebred (PB) males was 566.1, for crossbred (CB) males it was in the range of 446.9 to 527.4; for CB females it was in the range of 374.5 to 419.9, and for PB females, it was 443.0. The NLMs exhibited correlations below -0.75 between ADW and GR. In PB heifers, AIP was estimated at 3.7, and WIP, at 131.2; in CB heifers, AIP and WIP were in the ranges of 2.9 to 3.7 and 110.9 to 124.4, respectively. A50M for PB females was 10.6, and for CB females, within the range of 8.9 to 10.5. DM15 for CB females, the average was 90.5 %, and 87.9 % for PB females. PB males reach A50M at the age of 13 mo.

ABSTRACT. The objective of this study was to develop segregating wheat populations for resistance to gibberella through the introgression of synthetic wheat genes in traditional cultivars and to present the results using the backcross method. In addition, to evaluate these populations in F1RC2, agronomic aspects and type II and III resistance to Fusarium head blight (FHB). The cultivars BRS Guamirim and BRS 179 were used as male parents and three synthetic wheat cultivars (CIGM90.909, CIGM92.1666, and CIGM93.298) as female parents, both previously characterized for the reaction to FHB. Crossing and backcrossing methodological procedures were performed to provide adequate controlled conditions. The F1 (winter 2016), RC1 (summer 2016/2017), and RC2 (winter 2017) populations were developed through emasculation and pollination procedures. In the winter of 2018, segregating populations were evaluated in the field using a randomized block design. In the three generations developed in a greenhouse, it was observed that the best crossbreeding combinations, verified by the number of grains, were obtained with the male parent BRS 179. Under field conditions, all segregating populations were considered moderately susceptible and susceptible to type II resistance. In type III resistance, all segregating populations, except for CIGM90.909/BRS 179 and BRS 179, showed values above 50%. Thus, it was evident that the crossings performed with the male parent BRS 179 generated better resistance to the disease. ABSTRACT method addition F1RC2 FRC F RC FHB . (FHB) 17 CIGM90.909, CIGM90909 CIGM CIGM90 909 (CIGM90.909 CIGM921666 CIGM92 1666 CIGM92.1666 CIGM93.298 CIGM93298 CIGM93 298 conditions 2016, 2016 , 2016) summer 2016/2017, 20162017 2016/2017 2017 2016/2017) 2018 design greenhouse combinations grains CIGM90909BRS CIGMBRS 50 50% Thus disease F1RC (FHB 1 CIGM90.909 CIGM9090 CIGM9 90 (CIGM90.90 CIGM92166 166 CIGM92.166 CIGM93.29 CIGM9329 29 201 2016201 2016/201 5 CIGM90.90 CIGM909 9 (CIGM90.9 CIGM9216 16 CIGM92.16 CIGM93.2 CIGM932 2 20 201620 2016/20 CIGM90.9 (CIGM90. CIGM921 CIGM92.1 CIGM93. 20162 2016/2 CIGM90. (CIGM90 CIGM92. 2016/ (CIGM9 (CIGM

Abstract Quinoa is a self-pollinating species with very small flowers, which hinders efficiency in crossbreeding. Therefore, developing an efficient crossbreeding method should be considered an important step for breeding programs. In this regard, the objective of this study was to obtain hybrids, estimate the rate of natural hybridization, and estimate genetic parameters and agronomic characteristics of the F2 generation. Crossbreeding assays were set up in three environments with four parents, using two methodologies, pot planting and field planting. Morphological markers were used to identify the hybrids, which were self-pollinated to obtain the F2 generation. The results indicated that cross-pollination ranged from 3.81% to 19.88% depending on the planting methodology. The presence of pigmentation was dominant compared to its absence. The most prominent hybrid was obtained from the cross P88 x BX4, showing grain yield of 3000 kg ha-1. Broad-sense heritability was identified with values exceeding 81.27% for all variables. selfpollinating self pollinating flowers Therefore programs regard hybrids hybridization F generation parents methodologies selfpollinated pollinated crosspollination pollination 381 3 81 3.81 1988 19 88 19.88 methodology absence P P8 BX4 BX 300 ha1. ha1 ha 1. 1 ha-1 Broadsense Broad sense 8127 27 81.27 variables 38 8 3.8 198 19.8 30 ha- 812 2 81.2 3. 19. 81.

This study was carried out to compare some production traits of Alpine × Hair-crossbred, Saanen × Hair-crossbred, and Hair goats in rural conditions. In the first year of the study, a total of 45 animals were used to determine the milk yield characteristics of the three genotypes. In the second year, a total of 56 does and 62 goat kids were used to determine the characteristics of the animals. The ICAR AT method was used to calculate the lactation milk yield of the goats. The average lactation lengths, the average lactation milk yields, and the daily average milk yields of Alpine × Hair-crossbred, Saanen × Hair-crossbred, and Hair goats were 242, 232, and 229 days; 182, 201, and 164 kg; and 0.754, 0.873, and 0.716 kg, respectively. The effect of genotype on lactation milk yield and daily average milk yield was statistically significant. Live weights of the kids were recorded at monthly intervals and live weights of the kids for days 30, 60, 90, and 120 were calculated by linear interpolation. The effect of genotype on the 90- and 120-day weights were similar. Measurements of udder characteristics were determined twice, at the beginning (30 d) and at the end (180 d) of the lactation period. It was determined that crossbreeding had no effect on udder characteristics except the distance between teats and udder depth. The main result of this study is that crossbreeding substantially increased milk yield in goats, even at the F1 level, under extensive conditions.

This study reports slaughter and carcass characteristics and meat quality as a result of crossing Leghorn chickens and five different genotypes. The experiment was carried out in the Prof. Dr. Hümeyra Özgen Research and Application Farm in Selcuk University. The material consisted of 20 leghorn crosses (F2) of each genotype reared under the same feeding and care conditions. The animals were slaughtered at 84 d. In this study, the highest value was determined in the Brahma × Leghorn (BL) genotype, followed by the Cornish × Leghorn (CL), Denizli × Leghorn (DL), and Aracuana × Leghorn (AL) genotypes, respectively, according to slaughter weight and hot and cold carcass performance values. The lowest value was calculated in the Leghorn × Leghorn (LL) genotype, as expected. Slaughter, cold, and carcass weights were found to be similar. A difference was found in colour characteristics (L*,a*,b*) of thigh (b), breast (l), and breast (a) meats of F2 groups. A difference was found in the DM and pH values of the genotypes. CL came into prominence when rearing specific genotypes as free-range broilers. In evaluating the parts of the carcass, it was found that two genotypes were superior to other genotypes in terms of thigh, breast, wing, and back weights. New three-unit and four-unit crossbreeding studies have a potential to add new local commercial genotypes to national economies.

Abstract In the pursuit of enhanced mutton production, improving the genetic reservoir of sheep with early maturation and high meat productivity is imperative. This study aims to assess the efficacy of integrating Dorper and Hissar rams into the breeding program of Kazakh fat-tailed coarse-haired ewes for generating young mutton. The research involved forming three groups, each comprising 40 ewes of the Kazakh fat-tailed coarse-haired breed, based on analog pairs. Ewes in Group I were inseminated with Dorper ram semen, those in Group II were inseminated with Hissar ram semen, and Group III served as a control with purebred Kazakh fat-tailed coarse-haired sheep breeding. Results revealed that crossbred rams in Group II achieved a significantly higher live weight of 45.2 kg at 120 days of age, surpassing the other groups by 9.7 kg and 10.6 kg. Crossbred gimmers in Group II reached a live weight of 42.0 kg by 4 months, outpacing the other groups by 12.2 kg. The crossbred lambs exhibited an expansive, deep, and sturdy physique, indicative of elevated meat productivity. Physique index analysis displayed that crossbred rams exhibited elongated limbs, bulkiness, and massiveness compared to purebred Kazakh fat-tailed coarse-haired lambs. In the 4.0-4.5-month age range, crossbred rams demonstrated a higher carcass muscle yield than their purebred counterparts, albeit the latter exhibited a 0.18% greater bone yield. Moreover, the meat of groups I and II sheep contained 19.6% and 20.1% protein content, respectively, surpassing the local Kazakh fat-tailed sheep population by 0.7% and 1.2% in absolute terms. production imperative fattailed fat tailed coarsehaired coarse haired breed pairs semen 452 45 2 45. 12 97 9 7 9. 106 10 6 10. 420 42 0 42. months 122 12. expansive deep physique limbs bulkiness 4.04.5month 4045month month 4.0 4.5 5 range counterparts 018 18 0.18 Moreover 196 19 19.6 201 20 1 20.1 content respectively 07 0.7 1.2 terms 04 5month 4. 01 0.1 19. 20. 0. 1.

Resumo Na busca pelo aumento da produção de carne ovina, é imperativo melhorar o reservatório genético de ovinos com maturação precoce e alta produtividade de carne. Este estudo pretende avaliar a eficácia da integração de carneiros Dorper e Hissar no programa de criação de ovelhas cazaques de cauda gorda e pelo grosso para a geração de carneiros jovens. A pesquisa envolveu a formação de três grupos, cada um composto por 40 ovelhas da raça cazaque de cauda gorda e pelo grosso, com base em pares análogos. As ovelhas do Grupo I foram inseminadas com sêmen de carneiro Dorper, as do Grupo II foram inseminadas com sêmen de carneiro Hissar e o Grupo III serviu como controle com a criação de ovinos de raça cazaque de cauda gorda e pelo grosso de raça pura. Os resultados revelaram que os carneiros mestiços do Grupo II alcançaram peso vivo significativamente maior, 45,2 kg aos 120 dias, superando os demais grupos em 9,7 kg e 10,6 kg. Os gimmers mestiços do Grupo II atingiram peso vivo de 42,0 kg aos 4 meses, ultrapassando os demais grupos em 12,2 kg. Os cordeiros mestiços exibiram um físico expansivo, profundo e robusto, indicativo de elevada produtividade de carne. A análise do índice físico mostrou que os carneiros mestiços exibiam membros alongados, volume e solidez em comparação com cordeiros cazaques de raça pura, cauda gorda e pelo grosso. Na faixa etária de 4,0 a 4,5 meses, os carneiros mestiços demonstraram maior rendimento muscular de carcaça do que seus equivalentes de raça pura, embora estes últimos tenham apresentado rendimento ósseo 0,18% maior. Além disso, a carne dos ovinos dos grupos I e II continha 19,6% e 20,1% de teor de proteína, respectivamente, superando a população local de ovinos de cauda gorda do Cazaquistão em 0,7% e 1,2% em termos absolutos. ovina jovens análogos pura 452 45 2 45, 12 dias 97 9 7 9, 106 10 6 10, 420 42 0 42, meses 122 12, expansivo robusto alongados 4, 5 018 18 0,18 disso 196 19 19,6 201 20 1 20,1 proteína respectivamente 07 0,7 1,2 absolutos 01 0,1 19, 20, 0, 1,

RESUMO O rendimento médio nacional da batata-doce está abaixo do potencial produtivo da cultura, principalmente devido ao cultivo de variedades locais e não melhoradas que apresentam baixos rendimentos. Para melhorar essa condição, junto com tratamentos culturais adequados, deve-se buscar cultivares mais produtivas. Assim, objetivou-se caracterizar genótipos de batata-doce obtidos por meio de cruzamentos. O experimento foi conduzido de janeiro a maio de 2019 em Selvíria, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brasil. O delineamento experimental foi em blocos casualizados com 264 (genótipos) + Controle (‘Beauregard’), com duas repetições. A colheita de todas as plantas começou 127 dias após o plantio dos propágulos. Após a colheita, as raízes foram lavadas e colocadas para secar em área coberta para avaliação. Foram avaliados: rendimento total, comercial e não comercial; número total, comercial e não comercial da raiz; teor de matéria seca de raízes; e a produtividade de matéria seca. Os genótipos CERAT16-20, CERAT31-1 e CERAT21-2 são promissores para a produção de raízes para consumo doméstico devido à alta produtividade das raízes comerciais. Os acessos CERAT16-20, CERAT31-1, CERAT25-17, CERAT25-12, CERAT21-2, CERAT29-26, CERAT34-4, CERAT31-11 e CERAT24-8 são promissores para a indústria devido à alta produção de massa seca por hectare. Os componentes principais, número total de raízes comerciais, produção de raízes não comerciais, massa de raízes comerciais, produção total de massa seca de raízes, massa de raízes e produção total de raízes têm baixa contribuição para discriminação dos genótipos, portanto, sua análise pode ser descartada em trabalhos futuros, sob mesmas condições edafoclimáticas, reduzindo o trabalho, despesas e tempo.

ABSTRACT The average national sweet potato yield of Brazil falls below the productive potential of the crop because of the cultivation of local and unimproved varieties. To improve this, more productive cultivars must be adopted along with adequate culture treatments. This study was conducted between January and May 2019 in Selvíria, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil, to characterize sweet potato genotypes obtained through crossbreeding. The experimental design consisted of randomized blocks containing 264 genotypes, the control (‘Beauregard’), and two replicates. Plant harvesting began 127 d after planting. After harvesting, the roots were washed and dried in a covered area ready for evaluation. The total, commercial, and non-commercial yield; total, commercial, and non-commercial root number; root dry matter content; and dry matter productivity were evaluated. The genotypes CERAT16-20, CERAT31-1, and CERAT21-2 are promising in terms of root production for household consumption because of their high productivity of commercial roots. In contrast, genotypes CERAT16-20, CERAT31-1, CERAT25-17, CERAT25-12, CERAT21-2, CERAT29-26, CERAT34- 4, CERAT31-11, and CERAT24-8 are promising for industry because of the high production of dry mass per hectare. The main components, total number of commercial roots, production of non-commercial roots, mass of commercial roots, total production of dry mass of roots, mass of roots, and total production of roots have a low contribution to the discrimination of the genotypes; therefore, their analysis can be discarded in future studies, under the same soil and climate conditions, thus reducing workload, expense, and time.