Welcome to Breeding Simplified - where we break down complex genetic evaluation concepts into bite-sized, understandable pieces!
Ever wondered how we estimate breeding values? Or what to do with all that genomic data? You're in the right place! This repository guides you through genetic evaluation methods without the intimidating math (though it's there if you want it 😉).
- How to handle and process breeding data
- Ways to estimate breeding values using pedigree information
- Making sense of genomic markers
- Calculating important genetic parameters
- Running analyses for real-world breeding programs
Don't worry - you don't need to be a statistician or programmer to get started! Each topic is broken down into:
- Simple explanations
- Step-by-step guides
- Practical examples
- Ready-to-use code
To navigate the repository:
- Go to the relevant folder for the topic you are interested in.
- Each folder contains a README.md file with detailed instructions.
- Follow the step-by-step guides and use the provided code.
- Data preparation and cleaning
- Understanding pedigrees
- Simple breeding value estimation
- Genomic evaluation
- Multiple trait analysis
- Special genetic models
- Large scale evaluations
- Practical examples
- Troubleshooting tips
- BLUPF90 family of programs
- Basic data manipulation tools
- Visualization techniques
Found something unclear? Have a better example? Contributions are welcome! This is a learning resource that grows better with community input.
Please note the new repository structure. Each topic is organized into its own folder with a README.md file and relevant code.
- Check out the different "FOLDERS" and see README.md. This will help to start your dream Breeders journey
- Follow along with the basic examples
- Progress to more complex topics at your own pace
- Practice with the provided datasets
Remember: Everyone starts somewhere! This repository is designed to grow with you - from basic concepts to advanced applications. Take your time, and don't hesitate to revisit topics as needed.
Having trouble understanding something? Create an issue! We're here to help make breeding science more accessible to everyone.
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Dr. Kanaka K. K., PhD, ARS
Scientist
School of Bioinformatics
ICAR-Indian Institute of Agricultural Biotechnology, Ranchi
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