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crossbreed the offspring produced by such a breeding crossbreed [′krȯs‚brēd] (biology) To propagate new individuals by breeding two distinctive varieties of a species. Also known as outbreed. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The process was imprecise, so the transformed plants had to be crossbred to produce a new hybrid containing the traits and to ensure that there was no yield drag. PICK A PROGRAM With two and a half years of data now in from seven California herds, it’s becoming clear that crossbred cows calve easier, have better fertility and survive longer than their purebred Holstein herdmates. Today, this ranch serves as their winter location, where they also operate a feedlot for cattle and their Columbia- Rambouilet crossbred sheep. |
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