Swiss routine breeding value estimation/genetic evaluation systems of cattle, pig, sheep and goats are presented with methods and evaluated traits. Examples will be demonstrated using the statistical software R.

Swiss routine breeding value estimation/genetic evaluation systems of domestic species are presented with methods and evaluated traits. Examples will be demonstrated using the statistical software R.

Genomic selection is currently the method of choice for improving the genetic potential of selection candidates in livestock breeding programs. This lecture introduces the reason why regression cannot be used in genomic selection. Alternatives to regression analysis that are suitable for genomic selection are presented. The concepts introduced are illustrated by excersises in R.

Introduction to programming in Java. Procedural foundations of programming and outlook to object oriented programming. Variables, types, assignments, control structures (branch, loop), data structures, algorithms, line graphics, Java applets, graphical user interface. Writing small programs. Working with a professional programming environment (Eclipse).

The aim of this course is to provide in-depth knowledge of the organisation of pig breeding, applied breeding value assessment and nutrition. Students understand the interrelationships and their effects on product quality and the economic efficiency of pig production.