Genomic Insights and Conservation Priorities for Kongshan Cattle: A Whole-Genome Resequencing Approach.

ABSTRACT: Kongshan Cattle, indigenous to Sichuan Province and recognized as China's 56th local cattle breed in 2024, exhibit unique adaptations including superior resistance to harsh conditions. Despite a declining population due to the influx of foreign breeds, there is a significant focus on preserving their genetic diversity through advanced genomic techniques. This study utilized whole-genome resequencing, a cost-effective and information-rich method, to perform a comprehensive genetic assessment of the Kongshan Cattle. High-quality resequencing data yielded an average of 17.5 billion clean bases per sample, with high proportions of Q20 and Q30 bases and a balanced GC content. SNP analysis revealed an average of 14 million SNPs per sample, with a notable transition-to-transversion ratio and a si

SUBMITTER: Sun W 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11545070 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature