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HalfTitle Page
Title Page
Copyright
About the Author
Table of Contents
List of Figures
Abstract
Preface
Chapter 1: Principles of Animal Production (cattle)
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Dairy Cattle Production Systems
1.3 Breeds of Beef Cattle
Chapter 2: Animal Reproduction and Technology
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Artificial Insemination
2.3 Estrus Synchronization
2.4 Multiple Ovulation and Embryo Transfer (MOET)
2.5 Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI)
2.6 Oocyte/embryo Cryopreservation and Vitrification
2.7 Zygote Intra-fallopian Transfer (ZIFT) And Gamete Intra-fallopian Transfer (GIFT)
2.8 Cloning
2.9 Transgenesis
2.10 Nanotechnology
2.11 Laser Technology
Chapter 3: Utilization and Conservation of Animal Genetic Resources
3.1. Introduction
3.2 Understanding and Assessing Animal Genetic Diversity
3.3. Strategies for Preserving Animal Genetic Resources
3.4 Innovative Breeding Programs for Conservation
3.5. Impact of Climate Change on Animal Genetic Resources
3.6. Role of International Organizations in Utilizing and Conserving Animal Genetic Resources
3.7. Sustainable Production of Animalsourced Food Products
3.8 Strategies for Restoring Endangered Animal Genetic Resources
3.9. Role of Biotechnology In Conserving Animal Genetic Resources.
3.10 Challenges of Animal Genetic Resource Utilization and Conservation
3.11 Opportunities for Utilizing and Conserving Animal Genetic Resources
Chapter 4: Principles of Animal Nutrition
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Composition of Animal Body
4.3 Nutrients
4.4 Body Maintenance and Production of Nutrients
Chapter 5: Production and Utilization of Pastures and Fodder
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Types of Pastures and Fodders
5.3 Establishing Pastures and Fodders.
5.4 Factors Affecting Fodder Crop Production
5.5 Sustainable Practices for Fodder Production
5.6 Utilization of Different Types of Pastures and Fodder
5.7 Ensuring Quality of Pastures and Fodder
5.8 Utilization of By-products From Fodder and Pasture Production
5.9 Enhancing the Nutritional Quality of Pastures and Fodder
5.10 Controlling Weeds and Pests In Pasture and Fodder Crops
5.11 Improving Access To Fodder and Pasture Resources
Chapter 6: Remote Sensing
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Why do we Want to Use Remote Sensing to Count Animals?
6.3 How Does Remote Sensing Work?
6.4 Where to Next?
6.5 Remote Sensing Data
6.6 Methods for the Direct Detection of Individual Animals From Remotely Sensed Imagery
6.7 Limitations and Constraints of Detecting Animals from Remotely Sensed Imagery
6.8 Software
6.9 Future Directions
Chapter 7: Etiology of Diseases
7.1 Introduction
7.2 General Considerations
7.3 Diagnosis And Detection
7.4 Animal Diseases Survey
7.5 Disease Control Prevention and Eradication
Chapter 8: General Management of Farm Animals
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Overall Principles in Livestock Supervision
8.3 Housing the Livestock
8.4 Producing Clean Milk
8.5 Milking Management
Chapter 9: Agricultural Policy and Laws on Farm Animals
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Antibiotics
9.3 Cafos
9.4 Competitive Markets
9.5 Contract Agriculture
9.6 Meat Label Standards
9.7 Sustainable Livestock
9.8 Federal Animal Protection Laws
9.9 Intensive Animal Agriculture
Chapter 10: The Future of Animal Science and Zoology
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Critical Role of Animal Science Research in Food Security and Sustainability
10.3 Animal Science to Meet Today's Challenges
10.4 Trends In Livestock Production and Livestock Systems Evolution.
10.5 Livestock Science and Technology as a Driver of Change
10.6 Possible Modifiers of Future Livestock Production and Consumption Trends
References
Index
Back Cover.
HalfTitle Page
Title Page
Copyright
About the Author
Table of Contents
List of Figures
Abstract
Preface
Chapter 1: Principles of Animal Production (cattle)
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Dairy Cattle Production Systems
1.3 Breeds of Beef Cattle
Chapter 2: Animal Reproduction and Technology
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Artificial Insemination
2.3 Estrus Synchronization
2.4 Multiple Ovulation and Embryo Transfer (MOET)
2.5 Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI)
2.6 Oocyte/embryo Cryopreservation and Vitrification
2.7 Zygote Intra-fallopian Transfer (ZIFT) And Gamete Intra-fallopian Transfer (GIFT)
2.8 Cloning
2.9 Transgenesis
2.10 Nanotechnology
2.11 Laser Technology
Chapter 3: Utilization and Conservation of Animal Genetic Resources
3.1. Introduction
3.2 Understanding and Assessing Animal Genetic Diversity
3.3. Strategies for Preserving Animal Genetic Resources
3.4 Innovative Breeding Programs for Conservation
3.5. Impact of Climate Change on Animal Genetic Resources
3.6. Role of International Organizations in Utilizing and Conserving Animal Genetic Resources
3.7. Sustainable Production of Animalsourced Food Products
3.8 Strategies for Restoring Endangered Animal Genetic Resources
3.9. Role of Biotechnology In Conserving Animal Genetic Resources.
3.10 Challenges of Animal Genetic Resource Utilization and Conservation
3.11 Opportunities for Utilizing and Conserving Animal Genetic Resources
Chapter 4: Principles of Animal Nutrition
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Composition of Animal Body
4.3 Nutrients
4.4 Body Maintenance and Production of Nutrients
Chapter 5: Production and Utilization of Pastures and Fodder
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Types of Pastures and Fodders
5.3 Establishing Pastures and Fodders.
5.4 Factors Affecting Fodder Crop Production
5.5 Sustainable Practices for Fodder Production
5.6 Utilization of Different Types of Pastures and Fodder
5.7 Ensuring Quality of Pastures and Fodder
5.8 Utilization of By-products From Fodder and Pasture Production
5.9 Enhancing the Nutritional Quality of Pastures and Fodder
5.10 Controlling Weeds and Pests In Pasture and Fodder Crops
5.11 Improving Access To Fodder and Pasture Resources
Chapter 6: Remote Sensing
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Why do we Want to Use Remote Sensing to Count Animals?
6.3 How Does Remote Sensing Work?
6.4 Where to Next?
6.5 Remote Sensing Data
6.6 Methods for the Direct Detection of Individual Animals From Remotely Sensed Imagery
6.7 Limitations and Constraints of Detecting Animals from Remotely Sensed Imagery
6.8 Software
6.9 Future Directions
Chapter 7: Etiology of Diseases
7.1 Introduction
7.2 General Considerations
7.3 Diagnosis And Detection
7.4 Animal Diseases Survey
7.5 Disease Control Prevention and Eradication
Chapter 8: General Management of Farm Animals
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Overall Principles in Livestock Supervision
8.3 Housing the Livestock
8.4 Producing Clean Milk
8.5 Milking Management
Chapter 9: Agricultural Policy and Laws on Farm Animals
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Antibiotics
9.3 Cafos
9.4 Competitive Markets
9.5 Contract Agriculture
9.6 Meat Label Standards
9.7 Sustainable Livestock
9.8 Federal Animal Protection Laws
9.9 Intensive Animal Agriculture
Chapter 10: The Future of Animal Science and Zoology
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Critical Role of Animal Science Research in Food Security and Sustainability
10.3 Animal Science to Meet Today's Challenges
10.4 Trends In Livestock Production and Livestock Systems Evolution.
10.5 Livestock Science and Technology as a Driver of Change
10.6 Possible Modifiers of Future Livestock Production and Consumption Trends
References
Index
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