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REVIEW article
Front. Endocrinol.
Sec. Reproduction
Volume 15 - 2024 |
doi: 10.3389/fendo.2024.1456305
Exploring genetic markers associated with semen quality phenotypic traits in Livestock
Provisionally accepted
Muhammad Z. Khan
1*
Wenting Chen
1*
Saima Naz
2
Xiaotong Liu
1*
Huili Liang
1*
Yinghui Chen
1*
Xiyan Kou
1
Yihong Liu
1*
Iqra Ashraf
2*
Ying Han
1*
Yongdong Peng
1*
Changfa Wang
1*
Muhammad Zahoor
3*- 1 Liaocheng University, Shangdong, China
- 2 Department of Zoology, Government Sadiq College Women University, Bahawalpur 63100, Pakistan, Bahawalpur, Pakistan
- 3 Department of Molecular Medicine, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, University of Oslo, Sognsvannsveien, 90372 Oslo, Norway, Oslo, Norway
The reproductive efficiency of livestock is crucial for agricultural productivity and economic sustainability. One critical factor in successful fertilization and the viability of offspring is the quality of semen. Poor semen quality, especially in frozen-thawed semen used in artificial insemination (AI) have been shown to influence conception outcomes, resulting a negative impact on livestock production. Recent advancements in genetic research have identified specific markers linked to semen quality traits in various livestock species, such as cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, buffalo, and equines. These genetic markers are essential in screening males for breeding suitability, which in turn enhances selective breeding programs. Understanding these markers is crucial for improving reproductive performance and increasing productivity in livestock populations. This review offers a comprehensive overview of the genetic markers associated with semen quality in key livestock. It explores the underlying genetic mechanisms and their practical implications in animal breeding and management. The review underscores the importance of integrating genetic insights into breeding strategies to optimize reproductive efficiency and ensure the sustainable development of livestock industries.
Keywords: Livestock, selective breeding, Genetic Markers, Semen quality traits, Reproductive efficiency
Received: 28 Jun 2024; Accepted: 09 Sep 2024.
Copyright: © 2024 Khan, Chen, Naz, Liu, Liang, Chen, Kou, Liu, Ashraf, Han, Peng, Wang and Zahoor. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY). The use, distribution or reproduction in other forums is permitted, provided the original author(s) or licensor are credited and that the original publication in this journal is cited, in accordance with accepted academic practice. No use, distribution or reproduction is permitted which does not comply with these terms.
* Correspondence:
Muhammad Z. Khan, Liaocheng University, Shangdong, China
Wenting Chen, Liaocheng University, Shangdong, China
Xiaotong Liu, Liaocheng University, Shangdong, China
Huili Liang, Liaocheng University, Shangdong, China
Yinghui Chen, Liaocheng University, Shangdong, China
Yihong Liu, Liaocheng University, Shangdong, China
Iqra Ashraf, Department of Zoology, Government Sadiq College Women University, Bahawalpur 63100, Pakistan, Bahawalpur, Pakistan
Ying Han, Liaocheng University, Shangdong, China
Yongdong Peng, Liaocheng University, Shangdong, China
Changfa Wang, Liaocheng University, Shangdong, China
Muhammad Zahoor, Department of Molecular Medicine, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, University of Oslo, Sognsvannsveien, 90372 Oslo, Norway, Oslo, Norway
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