Genetic aspects of polledness in sheep (review)
Submitted by Гость (not verified) on Sun, 07/13/2025 - 22:08The analysis of the genetic mechanisms underlying the presence or absence of horns is of interest both for understanding evolutionary processes and for realizing the economic benefits of breeding polled animals. The creation of polled sheep breeds has become an important breeding goal in many countries with developed sheep breeding industries, as these breeds are more technologically efficient to manage and require less feed.