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Dramatic improvements in yields of animal protein are crucial in meeting the ever-increasing food needs in the United States and around the world. Selecting animals for breeding that excel in growth, egg, meat, milk, wool, or mohair production; are leaner; exhibit increased disease resistance; or have other desirable traits has revolutionized poultry, livestock, and fish production. CSREES-sponsored animal geneticists work to identify and maintain economically profitable animal genotypes (and genes) and to integrate genotype interaction with on-farm production and environmental pressures that affect the genetic potential of food animals. CSREES provides national leadership and funding opportunities to conduct basic, applied, and integrated research in several areas of animal genetics. Our partners include scientists in universities and research organizations, food animal industries, and, of course, consumers.
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