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Introduction to MateSel
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Introduction1 quiz
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Making Genetic Gain
Making genetic gain -
The four key factors for genetic gainAccuracy
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Intensity
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Generation length
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Genetic variation
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Breeding ValuesEstimated Breeding Values and ASBVs?
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Selection IndexesWhy use an index?
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Choosing the right index1 quiz
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What if I want a different index?
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Breeding Program DesignBreeding objectives1 quiz
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Data quality
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Inbreeding and genetic diversity
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Balancing genetic gain and genetic diversity
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MateSelIntroduction to MateSel1 quiz
How does MateSel make genetic gain?
MateSel uses indexes as the measure of genetic gain. So you need to be comfortable with using an index to breed your animals. Sheep Genetics produces a range of standard indexes to match the varied sheep operations in Australia. Below are the indexes for each analysis: