Estimation of Adaptability and Stability of Nellore Sires, based on the Productive Progeny Performance Raised in Brazilian Savanna
Júlio César De Souza1, Fabio Fábio Rafael Leão Fialho2, Carolina Fregonesi De Souza3, Carlos Henrique Cavallari Machado4, Paulo Bahiense Ferraz Filho5 & André Luiz Julien Ferraz2 Show affiliations
- Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campus Aquidauana, Brazil
- State of Mato Grosso do Sul University, Campus Aquidauana, Brazil
- Federal University of Uberlândia, Uberlândia, Brazil
- Brazilian Zebu Breeders Association, Uberaba, Brazil
- Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campus Três Lagoas, Brazil
American Journal of Agricultural and Biological Sciences, Volume 19, Issue 1, pp. 1–7 · doi.org/10.3844/ajabssp.2024.1.7
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The study investigates the performance and adaptability of Nellore sires across different regions, focusing on weight traits at 205 days (W205) and 550 days (W550). Analysis reveals significant variations in progeny weight means among evaluated sires, highlighting the importance of sire selection for herd improvement. Notably, certain sires consistently exhibit superior weight traits across diverse environmental conditions, indicating their potential for widespread applicability. Regression analysis further elucidates the adaptability of sires to specific herds, with some demonstrating adaptability to favorable conditions while others exhibit stability across various regions. Additionally, variance components and coefficients of determination serve as valuable tools for assessing stability and predictability in sire performance. Findings emphasize the critical role of informed sire selection in enhancing herd productivity and resilience. By leveraging these insights, livestock producers can optimize breeding strategies to achieve long-term profitability and sustainability in diverse environmental contexts
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Souza, J. C. D., Leão Fialho, F. F. R., De Souza, C. F., Cavallari Machado, C. H., Ferraz Filho, P. B. & Julien Ferraz, A. L. (2024). Estimation of Adaptability and Stability of Nellore Sires, based on the Productive Progeny Performance Raised in Brazilian Savanna. American Journal of Agricultural and Biological Sciences, 19(1), 1–7. https://doi.org/10.3844/ajabssp.2024.1.7
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