Understanding the Basics of EPDs

The purpose of this publication is to provide basic concepts and practical examples to help beef producers and their advisors make informed selection decisions using expected progeny difference (EPD) information. Written by Fernanda M. Rezende, Caitlin L. Bainum, Joseph H. Walter, and Timothy W. Wi...

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Main Authors: Fernanda Rezende, Caitlin Bainum, Joseph Walter, Timothy Wilson
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Published: The University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries 2023-07-01
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Online Access:https://journals.flvc.org/edis/article/view/132617
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