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Quality parameters of table eggs depending on genotype and age in selected laying hens

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|Mar 2026

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Language: English
Page range: 113 - 122
Accepted on: Jan 14, 2026
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Published on: Mar 28, 2026
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
Publication frequency: 4 issues per year

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