Deletions in the KAP6-1 Gene Are Associated with Fiber Traits in Cashmere-Producing Goats

    February 2021 in “ Animal biotechnology ”
    Jin Zhao, Qiang Ding, Lan Li … Yulin Chen
    Studysummary This study found that specific variants of the KAP6-1 gene in cashmere-producing goats were associated with changes in fiber diameter and length, suggesting potential as genetic markers for fiber improvement.
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