Genomic management of animal genetic diversity

Genomic Animal Diversity

A specialized reference on the use of genomic technologies to conserve and manage genetic diversity in animal populations and breeds. It explores tools such as SNP genotyping and whole-genome sequencing for identifying valuable rare alleles and haplotypes, defining breeds, measuring genetic diversity, and understanding breed history. The book also examines genomic management of rare breeds, populations with small effective population sizes, gene banks, and animals affected by genetic defects.

Key Features

• Explores genomic management of animal genetic diversity
• Covers SNP genotyping and whole-genome sequencing
• Explains identification of rare alleles and haplotypes
• Discusses breed definition using genomic data
• Covers methods for measuring genetic diversity
• Examines the genetic history of animal breeds
• Addresses conservation of rare breeds
• Explores management of small animal populations
• Covers populations with low effective population sizes
• Discusses genomic management of gene banks
• Examines populations with genetic defects
• Useful for animal breeding and conservation programs