Disadvantages of Inbreeding and Advantages of Embryo Transplant in Cattle Production

Questions

1. Give three disadvantages of inbreeding in cattle production.
2. Give three advantages of embryo transplant in cattle.

Answers

1. Disadvantages of Inbreeding in Cattle Production
   • It brings loss of hybrid vigour.
   • May lead to a decline in fertility, which can lead to species extinctions.
   • There can be a negative impact on performance.
   • It leads to a high rate of prenatal mortality.
2. Advantages of Embryo Transplant in Cattle
   • It is possible to implant an embryo from a high-quality female into a less valuable female, thereby improving the performance of the offspring.
   • It stimulates milk production in a female that was not ready to produce milk.
   • A highly productive female can be spread over a large area to benefit many females.
   • It is easier to transport embryos in test tubes than the entire animal.
   • Embryos can be stored for a long period while awaiting the availability of a recipient female.

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