Why genetics can contribute to tackling tail biting - but is not a silver bullet

摘要

Tail biting behaviour in pigs is a complex trait, with various contributing factors at the same time. But does genetics have any role to play? ALISTAIR DRIVER spoke to a breeding company representative to find out.The genetic influence on tail biting in pigs might be limited, but breeding companies canmake a contribution to tackling the problem, according to one of the leading experts in UK pig breeding.