The Genetics of Cattle, 2nd Edition

The Genetics of Cattle, 2nd Edition

Author: Dorian Garrick

Publisher: CABI

Published: 2014-11-28

Total Pages: 642

ISBN-13: 1780642210

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Since the time of domestication more than 10,000 years ago, cattle have played an increasingly crucial role in the development of human civilizations. Progress has been quite remarkable since the turn of the century; the sequencing of the bovine genome in 2009 launched new avenues for furthering our understanding of theoretical and practical aspects of cattle genetics. Covering a vast array of questions, this book reviews major topics from molecular and developmental genetics, disease resistance and immunogenetics to genetic improvement of dairy and beef breeds, addressing all current problems in the field. This second edition includes a new team of authors and completely new chapters on the genetics of fat production, nutrition, feed intake and efficiency, growth and body composition. Fully updated throughout, it provides a valuable resource on cattle genetics for researchers, breeders, veterinarians and postgraduate students.


New Techniques in Sheep Production

New Techniques in Sheep Production

Author: I. Fayez M. Marai

Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann

Published: 2013-10-22

Total Pages: 303

ISBN-13: 1483162176

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New Techniques in Sheep Production is an eight-part book that first reviews sheep production systems and scope for improvement. Subsequent chapter focuses on methods of increasing fecundity. Parts III and IV describe reproduction methods and genetic improvement techniques. Other chapters discuss breed development; feeding systems; management and health control; and evaluation of techniques in sheep production. This book will be of value to the pioneer farmers, their advisers, and supporters in the associated marketing and supply organizations, as well as to students at agriculture and veterinary universities and colleges.


The Ruminant Immune System in Health and Disease

The Ruminant Immune System in Health and Disease

Author: W. Ivan Morrison

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 1986

Total Pages: 602

ISBN-13: 0521324432

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This volume reviews the immune system of domestic ruminants, with particular emphasis on mechanisms of immunity and resistance to infectious diseases.