During culling, what happens to the least desirable rabbits?

Culling is a management practice used in rabbit breeding to improve the overall quality of a herd. During this process, the least desirable rabbits, which do not meet specific breed standards or breeding objectives, are typically removed from the breeding program. Selling or slaughtering these rabbits helps maintain the health and genetic quality of the remaining herd. This decision is based on evaluating various factors such as conformation, health, and temperament.

The other options do not align with the culling process. Keeping the least desirable rabbits for future breeding contradicts the intent of culling, which aims to improve the breeding stock. Giving them to new owners might sound humane, but it does not address the need to enhance the herd quality. Grooming for competition would imply that these rabbits are seen as suitable for show, which is contrary to their designation as "least desirable" during culling.