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Modern Biotechnology has potential for solving many problems associated with animal productivity and health and offers exciting opportunities for enhancing agricultural productivity. At present the focus is, however, on the issues and problems of significance for livestock producers in the developed world. In order to fully realize the benefits of this technology in developing countries, there is a need to identify, characterize and apply appropriate gene-based technologies for these regions. These proceedings present peer reviewed state-of-the-art papers describing the achievements in the areas of animal breeding and genetics, animal nutrition, animal health, and environment, ethics, safety, and regulatory aspects of gene-based technologies; achievements which could be realized using these modern scientific tools to maximise the benefits from the 'livestock revolution' that is taking place; and the constraints in the use of gene-based technologies and their specific research needs. This book will help in bridging the wide gap between developed and developing countries, in the development and use of gene-based technologies, and to elucidate the current and future roles of such technologies in the developing world. It is a good reference source for researchers, students and policy-makers alike. ... Read more

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Material is organized into 5 parts for easy and ready use, broadening the usefulness of the book, making it the most comprehensive, hands-on AI manual available. This manual prepares users for the "real world" by exposing them to the latest technology and techniques used in the reproduction and the practice of artificial insemination (AI) in livestock. Part One provides information on the advantages and considerations of artificial insemination, basic livestock genetics, the anatomy and reproductive processes of the cow and bull, and semen collection methods. It relates statistics on AI usage and general information about NAAB and CSS. Part Two deals with semen characteristics, including evaluation, processing, and extension; freezing and cryogenic storage; and care of the refrigerator unit. The various tests for semen quality are discussed in detail as is custom selection of semen. Part Three explains insemination techniques for dairy and beef cattle, inseminator training, pregnancy determination in cattle, conception rates, and breeding problems. The exercise on "Embryo Transfer and Related Practices" explains the advances and techniques involved in the field. Part Four includes an overview of sire selection, sire health, sire management, AI organization, and career opportunities. Part Five explains the use and techniques for artificial insemination in dairy goats and other farm animals.For herd operators and persons involved in genetic development—of particular use to people interested in livestock improvement. For those who are anticipating careers in some phase of the AI industry. ... Read more

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In the past decade, a number of advances have been made in genetic engineering as applied to farmed animals. This book has been developed from invited presentations at a conference held in California in August 1997 to address this issue. It is written by representatives from the leading laboratories involved in attempts to improve agriculturally important mammals, poultry and fish. Current knowledge, methodology, technical improvements and successes in the applications of transgenic technology to a range of animals which are important in agriculture are brought together for the first time under one cover. This book is essential reading for research workers in animal genetics, breeding and biotechnology. ... Read more

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Great source!
The book contains excellent reviews on the subject of transgenic cattle, swine, chicken and fish. Different approaches are considered and merits of each are discussed. Practical methods are considered, but for the detailed step by step instructions you will need to dig into bibliography (excellent, by the way).

transgenic animal in agriculture
It is a very interesting book for me ... Read more

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This book presents specially commissioned reviews of key topics in farm animal metabolism and nutrition, where major advances have recently been made or which continue to represent issues of significance for students and researchers.Advanced level textbook, no other advanced text in this area with such broad scopeFirst class contributors, including leading researchers from Europe, North America, South Africa and Australia ... Read more

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At a time of increased concern over animal welfare and environmental degradation, the global demand for animal-based protein is necessitating the development and use of emerging agricultural technology.Focusing on livestock production systems, this comprehensive text addresses how the growing diversity of global food demands will be met in the future, providing insights into new and emerging scientific areas and the implications for addressing global drivers for change.Contributions from a wealth of international experts cover ethical, philosophical and systemic considerations, the impact of genomics on livestock production, the holistic systems perspective, the complex systems approach using stochastic modelling methods, and how all these factors can be linked to achieve sustainable outcomes. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from BIOTECH Patent News, published by Biotech Patent News on November 1, 2000. The length of the article is 419 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Keygene and PIC align to accelerate genetic improvement.(Keygene N.V.and PIC hope to improve hog genetics)(Brief Article)
Publication: BIOTECH Patent News (Newsletter)
Date: November 1, 2000
Publisher: Biotech Patent News
Volume: 14Issue: 11Page: NA

Article Type: Brief Article

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Detection of QTL has become a 'hot' topic in recent years and is of major agricultural significance. This book describes the scientific literature and principles on methods for QTL detection and analysis and marker assisted selection in animal breeding. It is an advanced textbook suitable for lecturers, graduate students and research workers in quantitative genetics and breeding. ... Read more

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this is a excellent book
I met Joel last year, he is a great person with very clear thoughts and richest experiences in QTL applied research. ... Read more

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(Woodhead)Discusses the meat industry, with safety standards and procedures foremost, especially with respect to the implementation of HACCP standards. Includes chapters on effective implementation, establishing and monitoring CCPs, validation and verification procedures, and more. ... Read more