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What is cross-breeding?

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Cross-breeding is the mating of superior males of one breed with superior females of another breed to combine desirable qualities of both breeds. It helps produce offspring with improved traits. For example, the Hisardale sheep breed was developed by crossing Bikaneri ewes with Merino rams.

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Chapter 11: Strategies for Enhancement in Food Production - Test Your Progress [Page 484]

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Nootan Biology [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 11 Strategies for Enhancement in Food Production
Test Your Progress | Q 14. (i) | Page 484
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