A systematic review with meta-analysis of heritability estimates for temperament-related traits in beef and dairy cattle populations.

ABSTRACT: Temperament (docility) is a key breeding goal in the cattle industry due to its direct relationship with animal welfare, cattle handler's safety and animal productivity. Over the past six decades, numerous studies have reported heritability estimates for temperament-related traits in cattle populations ranging from low to high values. Therefore, the primary objective of this study was to perform a comprehensive systematic review with meta-analysis to obtain weighted estimates of heritability for temperament-related traits in worldwide cattle populations. After data editing and quality control, 106 studies were included in the systematic review, of which 29.2% and 70.8% reported estimates of heritability for temperament-related traits in dairy and beef cattle populations, respectively. Meta

SUBMITTER: Pinto LFB 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11629075 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature