This invention discloses a
selection method for meat geese that comprehensively considers feed conversion efficiency and
subcutaneous fat properties, relating to the field of poultry
genetics and breeding. The method includes the following steps: S1 determining feed conversion efficiency of meat geese; S2 determining
subcutaneous fat properties of meat geese; S3 calculating the family mean values for each trait; S4 analyzing the correlation and
heritability of each trait; S5 constructing a comprehensive selection index for feed conversion efficiency and
subcutaneous fat properties of meat geese; and S6 selecting breeding geese with high comprehensive selection indices. This invention utilizes individual measurements and single-cage determination of feed conversion efficiency in meat geese, establishes a three-
point method for accurately measuring subcutaneous fat thickness, and constructs a comprehensive selection index for residual feed intake, subcutaneous fat percentage, and subcutaneous fat thickness. It provides a
selection method that comprehensively considers feed conversion efficiency and subcutaneous fat properties in geese, simultaneously improving feed efficiency and reducing subcutaneous fat properties, achieving simultaneous selection and synergistic improvement of multiple traits, and significantly enhancing breeding efficiency.