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Small Ruminants Genomics

The small ruminants program aims to apply new and existing genomic tools to enable sustainable community based breeding programs and conserve genetic diversity in tropical sheep and goat populations.

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Unraveling the Genetic Landscape of East Africa's Red Maasai Sheep

Understanding the significance of the Red Maasai sheep breed in East Africa and the ongoing research efforts aimed at studying its unique genome to develop genetic tools for sustainable livestock production.

Decoding the Genomic Makeup of Sheep

Researchers annotate the new reference genome for sheep to support future research

Rainfall Drives Adaptation in Ethiopian Sheep

Study suggests that precipitation has greater influence than altitude and temperature on adaptation of livestock populations

Pillar Leads

Julie Ojango

International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI), Kenya