Responses to selection on genotypic or phenotypic values in the presence of genes with major effects |
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Authors: | E Sehested I L Mao |
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Institution: | (1) Department of Animal Science, Norwegian Pig Breeders Association, Agricultural University of Norway, N-1432 Aas, Norway;(2) Department of Animal Science, Michigan State University, 48824-1225 E. Lansing, MI, USA |
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Abstract: | Summary Average genotypic responses were compared after selection for genotypic values and for phenotypic values on the basis of single-gene models and multigene models in simulated livestock populations. Single-gene models dealt with single gene control of the genetic differences between animals, while multigene models considered a collection of genes with various magnitudes of effects on a trait. In each case, selection lasted through discrete generations until the fixation of the gene frequencies occurred. Generations to reach fixation were used to compare various models, and the two criteria for selection, for their efficiency in selection. Implications of using these models versus using infinitesimal models for selection in practice are presented. |
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Keywords: | Stochastic simulation Selection response Single genes Genotype Phenotype |
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