GENETIC POLYMORPHISMS IN THE CORTICOTROPIN-RELEASING HORMONE(CRH) GENE AS MARKERS FOR IMPROVING BEEF MARBLING SCORE AND/OR SUBCUTANEOUS FAT DEPTH

摘要

Aspects of the present invention also provide novel compositions and methods based on novel CRH single nucleotide polymorphisms selected from the group consisting of AAFC03076794.1 :g.9657C>?, c. 10718G>C,c.10841G>A, c. 10893A>C and c. 10936G>C, which may provide novel markers for marbling and/or subcutaneous fat depth. Additional aspects provide for novel methods which may comprise marker-assisted selection or marker- assisted management to improve marbling and/or subcutaneous fat depth in cattle.