The Effect of PRRS Virus Outbreak on Genetic Parameters of Reproductive Performance in Pigs

Austin M. Putz; Clint R. Schwab; Alysta D. Sewell; Nick Serao; Derald Holtkamp; Jeff Zimmerman

doi:10.31274/ans_air-180814-380

Swine

The Effect of PRRS Virus Outbreak on Genetic Parameters of Reproductive Performance in Pigs

Authors: Austin M. Putz (Iowa State University) , Clint R. Schwab (The Maschhoffs) , Alysta D. Sewell (The Maschhoffs) , Nick Serao (North Carolina State University) , Derald Holtkamp (Iowa State University) , Jeff Zimmerman (Iowa State University)

Abstract

PRRSV is a significant economic problem for producers in the US and around the world. The genetic basis for reproductive performance in sow herds has been poorly understood.

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How to Cite: Putz, A. M. , Schwab, C. R. , Sewell, A. D. , Serao, N. , Holtkamp, D. & Zimmerman, J. (2017) “The Effect of PRRS Virus Outbreak on Genetic Parameters of Reproductive Performance in Pigs”, Iowa State University Animal Industry Report. 14(1). doi: https://doi.org/10.31274/ans_air-180814-380