TLDR Wool traits in sheep are controlled by many genes and environmental factors.
The review discussed the complex biological processes and regulatory molecules involved in hair follicle and skin development in sheep. It highlighted that wool traits are controlled by multiple genes and influenced by environmental factors. The paper aimed to provide a theoretical basis for breeding and selecting sheep for desirable wool traits by examining the histomorphology and molecular mechanisms of hair follicle development.
25 citations,
February 2019 in “Genomics” Cashmere and milk goats have different hair growth cycles and gene expressions, which could help improve wool production.
August 2024 in “Current Issues in Molecular Biology” Key genes and RNAs related to hair growth in sheep were identified, aiding future breeding improvements.
August 2015 in “Han'gug dongmul jawon gwahag hoeji/Han-guk dongmul jawon gwahak hoeji/Journal of animal science and technology” TRα and CRABPII genes change their activity levels during goat fetal skin development.
19 citations,
June 2020 in “Animals” Poor maternal nutrition can lead to fewer wool follicles in Chinese Merino sheep.
February 2025 in “BMC Veterinary Research” Keratin proteins are crucial for hair growth in cashmere goats.
