Genomic Insights into Genetic Diversity and Adaptation of Nanyang Cattle: Implications for Conservation and Breeding.

ABSTRACT: The conservation of agricultural animal resources holds significant importance for addressing future breeding demands and promoting sustainable utilization of regional livestock genetic resources. As one of China's five major fine cattle breeds, Nanyang cattle exhibit notable characteristics, including strong adaptability and a docile temperament. Through whole-genome comparative analysis of the Nanyang cattle core conservation population and free-ranging populations in mountainous areas, this study systematically investigated the genetic diversity, population structure, and adaptive evolutionary mechanisms of this indigenous Chinese cattle breed. Population structure analysis revealed that both groups belong to a single genetic lineage of Nanyang cattle without significant genetic differe

SUBMITTER: Zhang Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12562270 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature