Genome-wide selection in poultry

Genomic selection has the theoretical potential to further improve the ­effectiveness of breeding. Now, company-owned SNP-chips are being utilised in both layer and broiler breeding for this purpose. The focus is on shortening the generation interval, and selecting for specific traits. Testing birds under field conditions will remain necessary for achieving optimal breeding results. By Prof. Dr. Rudolf Preisinger, Lohmann Tierzucht, Cuxhaven, Germany Feeding the world’s growing populatio