Evaluating Genetic Diversity and Regional Variation in Tswana Goats of Botswana
Tswana goats have high genetic diversity, with regional variation linked to breeding practices. Although regional structure suggests genetic differentiation, no distinct ecotypes were identified. These findings emphasize the need for controlled breeding to preserve genetic diversity for the Tswana goat.
Authors
- Shalaulani James Nsoso (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6385-9387)
- Khanyisile Hadebe (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3270-6692)
- Kethusegile Raphaka (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7125-8250)
- Phetogo Ineeleng Monau (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6992-1161)
- Patrick Monametsi Kgwatalala
- Amantle Bonolo Chalebgwa
Institutions
- University of Botswana (BW)
- Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (BW)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Genes
- Published
- 2025-05-30
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3390/genes16060678
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Genetic and phenotypic traits in livestock
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.82