Blar i Master’s theses (BioVit) på forfatter "Geir Steinheim"
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Heritability of longevity in the Icelandic sheep breed and the reproduction factors affecting it
Hlinadottir, Hafrun Huld (Master thesis, 2023)In recent years higher focus has been put on increasing welfare and decreasing negative environmental effects of animal production. One way to access this is increasing and understanding the factors affecting the animal’s ... -
Longevity of ewes in Norwegian sheep production: descriptive study of breeds and genetic analysis of Norwegian White sheep
Larsen, Ida Madelen (Master thesis, 2023)Longevity in breeding ewes is a complex trait affected by many factors both genetic and environmental. From an economic, environmental, and animal welfare perspective it is favourable to increase longevity. Norway has many ...