Discusses the potential of IDEAS - ILCA's Data entry and Analysis system, key for success including accuracy, rapidity & simplicity, and examines the impact of IDEAS in Africa.
Wissocq, N.M.
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Bell, R.J.
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Durkin, J.W.
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Gettinby, G.
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Light, D.
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[IDEAS: A tool for improved evaluation and utilization of animal genetic resources]
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IDEAS: A tool for improved evaluation and utilization of animal genetic resources
Examines the quantity of past research work and its value in determining the comparative performance of breeds in Africa using cattle as an example. Describes ILCA resources available for analysis and interpretation of field data.
Trail, J.C.M.
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Durkin, J.W.
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[Evaluation of breed productivity in Africa and ILCA resources for data analysis]
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Evaluation of breed productivity in Africa and ILCA resources for data analysis
Reports an experiment conducted by ILCA's Nutrition programme to supplement poor quality grass or crop residues that form the basis of many ruminant diets in Africa. Emphasizes the efficient utilization of readily available resources for optimal animal production, in which the influence of noug c...
Little, D.A.
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Anderson, F.M.
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Durkin, J.W.
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[A note on the effect of supplementation with noug cake (Guizotia abyssinica) on the milk production of crossbred cows]
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A note on the effect of supplementation with noug cake (Guizotia abyssinica) on the milk production of crossbred cows
Examines some of the problems encountered and provides information on computer networking and the potential of computers in livestock research; describes the ILCA computer facility and the services which ILCA provides to national research organizations that do not have computer facilities.
Durkin, J.W.
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Light, D.E.
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Maehl, H.M.
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Trail, J.C.M.
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[Le materiel informatique du CIPEA et son utilisation]
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Le materiel informatique du CIPEA et son utilisation
Trail, J.C.M.
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Durkin, J.W.
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Light, D.E.
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[Extraction, handling, analysis and interpretation of production data]
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Extraction, handling, analysis and interpretation of production data