Articles | Volume 68, issue 3
https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-68-565-2025
https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-68-565-2025
Original study
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11 Sep 2025
Original study |  | 11 Sep 2025

Genomic diversity and population structure analysis of four geographically distinct Holstein cattle populations using genome-wide DNA profiling

Ronak Salehi, Arash Javanmard, Mahdi Mokhber, and Sadegh Alijani

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Short summary
This study investigated the genetic diversity of Iranian Holstein cattle compared to populations from France, Poland, and Sweden. Using genomic data from 399 cattle and statistical analyses, the results revealed that the studied populations are genetically very similar, with no significant differences among them. The findings of this research can be useful for national breeding programs and planning the importation of genetic material.
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