Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
seedstock
Noun
/ˈsiːdˌstɒk/
Definition
Seedstock refers to livestock or breeding material used for breeding purposes to produce quality offspring, especially in agriculture and animal husbandry.
Examples
- Farmers often select high-quality seedstock to ensure a successful breeding program.
- The rancher invested in premium seedstock to enhance the genetic quality of his herd.
- Using improved seedstock is crucial for increasing crop yield and resilience.
Meaning
The term commonly indicates the stock from which future generations of plants or animals are bred to improve or maintain certain desirable traits.
Synonyms
- Breeding stock
- Genetic material
- Progenitors
