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State the disadvantage of inbreeding among cattle. How it can be overcome ? Or How does inbreeding depression set in ? Mention the procedure you would suggest to reverse this.

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Inbreeding depression usually reduces fertility and even productivity. It sets in due to continued inbreeding especially close inbreeding. When inbreeding depression takes place or happens, match with the unrelated superior animals of the same breed. This will helpto restore the fertility and yield.
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