Pekin duck research reveals heritability of feeding behaviors
A new study published in Poultry Science shows that body weight, residual feed intake and feeding behavior traits are all highly heritable traits in Pekin ducks.
A new study published in Poultry Science shows that body weight, residual feed intake and feeding behavior traits are all highly heritable traits in Pekin ducks.
By Philip A. Stayer, DVM, MS, ACPV
Independent Consultant
Laurel, MS
By Michael Czarick
Extension Specialist – Engineering
University of Georgia
Department of Poultry Science
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