Genome-wide association analysis revealed novel candidate genes for body measurement traits in indigenous Gudali and crossbred Simgud in Cameroon

This study identified a number of novel loci associated with pathways influencing growth and body traits, disease resistance and immunity, reproduction and milk production. Overall, the identified genes could be considered as candidate genes in any attempt to improve growth, disease resistance and production in tropical cattle raised under extensive management systems. These genes or genomic regions should be prioritized in future cattle breeding programs in Cameroon.