EasyNRM: A Visual Basic Application Approach for Computing Numerator Relationship Matrix of Pedigreed Animals

Abstract

The relationship and inbreeding are special concepts in animal breeding, for this reason, a free of charge VBA software was developed to calculate the coefficients of relationship and inbreeding in Microsoft Excel. The tabular method algorithm was implemented by using pedigree. The software was called as EasyNRM and verified with the inclusion of bull Comet's pedigree. Finally, the numerator relationship matrix was created and certified with the results of the literature. It would be beneficial for EasyNRM to be used by researchers and breeders in estimating the breeding values of animals.