Question

Outline four factors to consider when selecting a breeding stock

Answer 1

1. Age- young animals that have not given birth more than three times
2. Level of performance- select highly productive animals
3. Physical fitness- select animals free from physical defect
4. Health- select only healthy animals
5. Behavior- cull animals with bad behaviors
6. Good mothering ability
7. Well adapted to environment
8. Highly prolific
9. Select animals producing high quality products