Selective Breeding for Genetic Improvement of <i>Nile tilapia</i> (<i>Oreochromis niloticus</i> Linnaeus, 1758) in Uganda: Current Status, Challenges, and Future Perspectives

Selective Breeding for Genetic Improvement of <i>Nile tilapia</i> (<i>Oreochromis niloticus</i> Linnaeus, 1758) in Uganda: Current Status, Challenges, and Future Perspectives

<i>Nile tilapia</i> (<i>Oreochromis niloticus</i>) aquaculture continues to significantly contribute to the growth of the aquaculture sector in Uganda. However, its production is beset by erratic and unreliable seed supply. Also, most hatcheries practice inbreeding of broodst...

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Main Authors: Ivan Abaho, Gerald Kwikiriza, Faith Atukwatse, Andrew A. Izaara, Joseph Ekwangu, Sylvester D. Baguma, Jerome Kubiriba, Nasser Kasozi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2025-01-01
Series:Animals
Subjects:
aquaculture
breeding program
fish seed
genetic improvement
GIFT
growth rate
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/15/2/142
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