DeVuyst, Eric A.; Bullinger, Jared R.; Bauer, Marc L.; … - In: Journal of Agricultural and Resource Economics 32 (2007) 02
A polymorphism in the leptin gene is associated with fat deposition. Since fed cattle are often priced on a grid that considers yield and quality grades, fat deposition is an important factor in profitability. Using data from 590 crossbred steers and heifers, we simulate carcass traits to...