What is advantage of cross-breeding in cattle? - Vidyadip

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What is advantage of cross-breeding in cattle?

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Advantage of cross-breeding in cattle:

The hybrid progeny may be used for commercial production or they may be subjected to some form of inbreeding and selection.
This is to develop new stable forms that may be superior to the existing breeds
A new sheep breed, Hisardale was developed in Punjab by crossing Bikaneri ewes and Marino rams.

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