Morphometric characterization of purebred and crossbred Baoulé cattle in Burkina Faso

Yougbaré, Bernadette; Soudré, Albert; Ouédraogo, Dominique; Zoma, Bienvenue Lassina; Tapsoba, Arnaud S. R.; Sanou, Moumouni; Ouédraogo‐Koné, Salifou; Burger, Pamela A.; Wurzinger, María; Khayatzadeh, Negar; Tamboura, Hamidou H.; Traoré, Amadou; Sölkner, Johann; Mészáros, Gábor

doi:10.1080/09064702.2020.1825785

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“…The admixture between Zebus and Baoulé cattle observed in this study could be due to differences in the production systems. Furthermore, notable size differences between purebred and crossbred Baoulé were confirmed ( Yougbaré et al, 2020 ) and breeders prefer to have large animals like Zebu cattle. As shown in Figure 2 , we identified several purebred Baoulé cattle that had been considered as admixed based on the sampling information.…”

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“…It has gained cultural importance due to its social roles and tolerance to trypanosomiasis ( Zoma et al, 2020 ). However, the continued crossbreeding with Zebu cattle because of its large size threatens the integrity of the Baoulé breed ( Yougbaré et al, 2020 ). Recently, community-based breeding programs have been implemented in the south-western region of Burkina Faso to conserve and improve the local genetic resources of the indigenous Baoulé cattle as well as Baoulé x Zebu advanced crosses ( Ouédraogo et al, 2020 ; Zoma et al, 2020 ).…”

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Local Ancestry to Identify Selection in Response to Trypanosome Infection in Baoulé x Zebu Crossbred Cattle in Burkina Faso

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The genomes of crossbred (admixed) individuals are a mosaic of ancestral haplotypes formed by recombination in each generation. The proportion of these ancestral haplotypes in certain genomic regions can be responsible for either susceptibility or tolerance against pathogens, and for performances in production traits. Using a medium-density genomic marker panel from the Illumina Bovine SNP50 BeadChip, we estimated individual admixture proportions for Baoulé x Zebu crossbred cattle in Burkina Faso, which were tested for trypanosome infection by direct ELISA from blood samples. Furthermore, we calculated local ancestry deviation from average for each SNP across 29 autosomes to identify potential regions under selection in the trypanotolerant Baoulé cattle and their crossbreds. We identified significant deviation from the local average ancestry (above 5 and 10% genome-wide thresholds) on chromosomes 8 and 19 in the positive animals, while the negative ones showed higher deviation on chromosomes 6, 19, 21, and 22. Some candidate genes on chromosome 6 (PDGFRA) and chromosome 19 (CDC6) have been found associated to trypanotolerance in West African taurines. Screening for FST outliers in trypanosome positive/negative animals we detected seven variants putatively under selection. Finally, we identified a minimum set of highly ancestry informative markers for routine admixture testing. The results of this study contribute to a better understanding of the genetic basis of trypanotolerance in Baoulé cattle and their crossbreeds. Furthermore, we provide a small informative marker set to monitor admixture in this valuable indigenous breed. As such, our results are important for conserving the genetic uniqueness and trypanotolerance of Baoulé cattle, as well as for the improvement of Baoulé and Zebu crossbreds in specific community-based breeding programs.

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Local Ancestry to Identify Selection in Response to Trypanosome Infection in Baoulé x Zebu Crossbred Cattle in Burkina Faso

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“…Morphological measurements are a useful tool to describe variability within and between populations. Therefore, they have been used for the characterization of many livestock populations worldwide [ 18 , 19 , 20 , 21 , 22 , 23 , 24 , 25 , 26 , 27 , 28 , 29 ]. Male animals were excluded from the analysis of the current study due to their low number at adult age.…”

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Morphometric Characterization of Local Goat Breeds in Two Agroecological Zones of Burkina Faso, West Africa

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In Burkina Faso, goats are the second most numerous ruminant livestock population, with almost exclusively indigenous breeds being reared in extensive production systems in various agroecological zones. This study was carried out to understand the morphological variation of local goat breeds in the Sudano-Sahelian and Sudanian agroecological zones. A total of 511 adult female animals belonging to two presumed populations (Mossi breed in Sudano-Sahelian zone and Djallonké breed in Sudanian zone) were sampled and body weight as well as a range of linear body measurements, following FAO guidelines, were recorded. The least squares means of body measurements of indicated that Sudano-Sahelian goats have significantly (p < 0.001) larger body measurements than Sudanian goats. Furthermore, relative high variability of the two populations in morphometric traits was observed. Principal Component Analysis (PCA) suggested structure between Mossi breed on one side and Djallonké on the other side, but no strict separation was observed, suggesting that gene flow is occurring among the different populations. A dispersion map with four clusters was built based on the first two factors. The least square means of body measurements ranked the four groups from small to large body size, namely Djallonké, Mossi × Djallonké, Mossi, and Sahelian × Mossi. Gene flow from Sahelian goat into other populations of the country, based on migration of the Fulani ethnic group from the Sahel into areas with Mossi and Djallonké breeds, could explain this configuration and confirms the continuous erosion of genetic identity of these two local breeds. The sustainable use of these adapted local goat genetic resources calls for the promotion of sustainable genetic improvement using participatory breeding approaches.

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“…In the Lobi culture, the cattle have been important for bride price and spiritual offerings, and their meat as a specialty during festivities. Particularly relevant in terms of livelihood security is the breed's resistance to bovine trypanosomiasis, a disease that causes substantial livestock losses in West Africa (Belemsaga et al 2005;Soudré et al 2013;Mopaté 2015;Traoré et al 2015;Dessie and Okeyo Mwai 2019;Yougbaré et al 2020). In comparison, Fulani Zebu are taller (120-150 cm), heavier (250-400 kg) and more productive (meat and milk).…”

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Values and Beliefs That Shape Cattle Breeding in Southwestern Burkina Faso

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Cattle production in southwestern Burkina Faso is under pressure because of resource scarcity, changing climate, and cattle diseases. Well-adapted local breeds, such as Lobi taurine cattle, are increasingly replaced by more productive exotic breeds. Community-based breeding programs (CBBPs) could be a viable option for preserving the breed and improving its productivity. Presuming that CBBPs would succeed only if they align with producers’ beliefs and values, we relied on a combination of conceptual frameworks (theory of basic values, rural livelihood transitions) to explore the values and beliefs of cattle producers. Security was the respondents’ dominant value in their aim to mitigate threats to livelihood, and it was closely linked to achievement in terms of harvest and animal quantity. Livestock-oriented respondents particularly valued conformity with accepted social roles, while achievement and power were more pronounced among crop-oriented respondents. We conclude that CBBPs, to be successful, will need to reduce threats to participants’ livelihood and make benefits of participation immediately visible. We consider the emergence of trusted leadership from the community to be pivotal for creating momentum for novel arrangements in cattle keeping and feeding.

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Morphometric characterization of purebred and crossbred Baoulé cattle in Burkina Faso

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Local Ancestry to Identify Selection in Response to Trypanosome Infection in Baoulé x Zebu Crossbred Cattle in Burkina Faso

Local Ancestry to Identify Selection in Response to Trypanosome Infection in Baoulé x Zebu Crossbred Cattle in Burkina Faso

Morphometric Characterization of Local Goat Breeds in Two Agroecological Zones of Burkina Faso, West Africa

Values and Beliefs That Shape Cattle Breeding in Southwestern Burkina Faso

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