Genetic characterization of donkeys of <i>Braj</i> region of India

Behl, Rahul; Niranjan, S. K.; Behl, Jyotsna; Arora, Reena; Singh, P. K.; Vijh, R. K.

doi:10.1080/10495398.2021.1919131

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“…In the past decade, researchers in various countries around the world, such as the United States [ 41 ], India [ 42 ], South Korea [ 43 ], Ethiopia [ 44 ], Turkey [ 45 ], and Serbia [ 46 ] have also been using microsatellite markers to experimentally test local donkey breeds. However, with the exception of China and Italy, these studies have not formed a coherent research system, partly related to the endangered population of local donkey breeds, the weak emphasis on donkey science, and the lack of research efforts to protect local donkey breeds.…”

Section: Research On Genetic Materialsmentioning

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Origin, Evolution, and Research Development of Donkeys

Wang

Hua

Shi

et al. 2022

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Lack of archaeological and whole-genome diversity data has restricted current knowledge of the evolutionary history of donkeys. With the advancement of science and technology, the discovery of archaeological evidence, the development of molecular genetics, and the improvement of whole-genome sequencing technology, the in-depth understanding of the origin and domestication of donkeys has been enhanced, however. Given the lack of systematic research, the present study carefully screened and collected multiple academic papers and books, journals, and literature on donkeys over the past 15 years. The origin and domestication of donkeys are reviewed in this paper from the aspects of basic information, cultural origin, bioarcheology, mitochondrial and chromosomal microsatellite sequences, and whole-genome sequence comparison. It also highlights and reviews genome assembly technology, by assembling the genome of an individual organism and comparing it with related sample genomes, which can be used to produce more accurate results through big data statistics, analysis, and computational correlation models. Background: The donkey industry in the world and especially in China is developing rapidly, and donkey farming is transforming gradually from the family farming model to large-scale, intensive, and integrated industrial operations, which could ensure the stability of product quality and quantity. However, theoretical research on donkey breeding and its technical development lags far behind that of other livestock, thereby limiting its industrial development. This review provides holistic information for the donkey industry and researchers, that could promote theoretical research, genomic selection (GS), and reproductive management of the donkey population.

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Section: Research On Genetic Materialsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Origin, Evolution, and Research Development of Donkeys

Wang

Hua

Shi

et al. 2022

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Deciphering genetic diversity in conserved cattle bulls to achieve sustainable development goals

Kumar,

Aggarwal,

Tantia

2024

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The primary objective of Sustainable Development Goal target 2.5 established by the United Nations is to ensure the preservation of genetic diversity in domesticated animals. The ICAR-National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resources in India has been actively engaged in the conservation of cattle and buffalo bull semen for long-term storage. This present study aimed to assess the genetic diversity present in the conserved cattle bull semen, which would aid in determining the most suitable strategy for future conservation management. A total of 192 bull semen belonging to 19 cattle breeds were selected to evaluate genetic diversity using 17 pairs of FAO recommended microsatellite primers. Total 267 alleles were detected across all the samples which indicates substantial amount of allelic variation is being maintained in conserved bulls. Further, all cattle bulls semen conserved showed higher observed heterozygosity than expected heterozygosity which indicates excess genetic diversity in all the populations. The FST, F IT and FIS value across the loci and population is 0.146 ± 0.009, 0.054 ± 0.038, and − 0.105 ± 0.035, respectively, which suggests lack of inbreeding in conserved cattle bull semen. This study has established genetic diversity in conserved cattle semen samples to achieve sustainable development goals. In addition, it provides compelling evidence that the current approach for conserving cattle bull semen is heading in the correct direction.

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Genetic characterization of donkeys of Braj region of India

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References 9 publications

Origin, Evolution, and Research Development of Donkeys

Origin, Evolution, and Research Development of Donkeys

Deciphering genetic diversity in conserved cattle bulls to achieve sustainable development goals

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