A meta-analysis of genome-wide association studies to identify candidate genes associated with feed efficiency traits in pigs.

ABSTRACT: Pig production is an agricultural sector of great economic and social relevance to Brazil and global markets. Feed efficiency traits directly influence the sustainability of pig production due to the economic impact of feed costs on the production system and the environmental footprint of the industry. Therefore, breeding for improved feed efficiency has been a target of worldwide pig breeding programs. Genome-wide association studies (GWAS) enable the assessment of the genetic background of complex traits, which contributes to a better understanding of the biological mechanisms regulating their phenotypic expression. In this context, the primary objective of this study was to identify and validate genomic regions and candidate genes associated with feed conversion ratio (FCR) and residual

SUBMITTER: Silva MRGD 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11833465 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature