In slaughter pig production, survival is important for two reasons: first, high mortality is an indication of animal welfare problems, and second, it results in economic losses for the farmer.
Since the mortality rate peaks early in life of the pig, previous genetics studies on survival in pigs have mostly focused on piglets until weaning. Genetics of survival after weaning is still a rather new subject but is expected to be of great importance.
In this study, you will analyze data from Danbred breeding and multiplier herds and construct genetic models to investigate the genetic background of survival in pigs after weaning. The aim is better understanding of the possibilities of breeding for increased survival in slaughter pigs
Line Busk Jensen, Project leader
Email:libj@lf.dk
Phone: +4529804261
To be decided in agreement with the supervisor.
We provide office desk(s) at QGG Aarhus main campus and/or at Landbrug og Fødevarer, Agrofood park, Skejby.
45 – 60 ECTS
Contact supervisor for other possible pig breeding projects.
