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Guide to Efficient Rodent Breeding and Colony Management

This comprehensive guide covers essential aspects of rodent breeding, colony management, and tips for successful rodent reproduction. It includes details on weaning, retiring breeders, records management, problem-solving, resources, goals and planning, breeding systems, reproduction processes, genot

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Understanding Breeding Soundness and Straw Identification in Cattle

Learn about the importance of evaluating breeding soundness in bulls, maintaining insemination records, and identifying straws for successful reproduction in cattle. Dr. Vikas Sachan provides valuable insights on bull identity, semen station codes, production dates, and color codes for different bre

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Understanding Inbreeding and Its Consequences in Animal Genetics & Breeding

Inbreeding in animal breeding involves mating closely related individuals, resulting in common ancestors within the preceding generations. This practice can have both positive and negative consequences on genetic diversity and health. Various types of inbreeding such as selfing, full-sib mating, and

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Principles of Animal Breeding: Introduction and Historical Perspective

This unit covers the introduction to animal breeding, the application of genetics principles in breeding, historical perspectives including the work of Robert Bakewell, and key events in animal breeding evolution. Topics include breeding systems, importance of animal breeding, and notable figures in

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Understanding Bloat in Cattle: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Bloat in cattle, characterized by overdistension of the rumenoreticulum with gases of fermentation, can be caused by various factors including diet, obstruction, or diseases. Frothy bloat and free gas bloat are common types, each with its own triggers and symptoms. Diagnosis involves a thorough hist

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Fish Breeding and Spawn Management Techniques by Dr. S.P. Sahu

Dr. S.P. Sahu, an Assistant Professor at Bihar Veterinary College in Patna, provides valuable insights into fish breeding and spawn management. The content covers fish seed collection, procurement methods, fry identification, and confined water breeding techniques. Detailed information on Indian maj

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Understanding Expected Progeny Differences (EPDs) in Beef Cattle Selection

Expected Progeny Differences (EPDs) in beef cattle breeding predict future offspring performance based on genetic merit. They help compare animals as parents and aid in selecting for traits like birth weight, weaning weight, and yearling weight. Combining EPDs with visual appraisal improves decision

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Understanding Inbreeding in Animal Genetics & Breeding

Explore the principles of animal breeding theory focusing on inbreeding and its consequences, including examples like selfing, full-sib mating, and genetic effects. Learn about close breeding, line breeding, and genetic consequences of inbreeding in animal populations. Discover how inbreeding affect

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Livestock Breeding Policy for Genetic Improvement of Cattle and Buffalo in India

India's diverse agro-ecological regions host a wide range of farm animal breeds. The livestock breeding policy aims to enhance the productivity of cattle and buffalo through strategies such as grading up with indigenous superior dairy breeds, crossbreeding with high-yielding exotic breeds, and selec

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Principles and Systems of Poultry Breeding: A Comprehensive Guide

Poultry breeding, led by experts like Dr. Suchit Kumar, involves purposeful selection and mating to improve size, weight, egg production, and meat quality. Environmental factors are crucial, and different breeding systems like inbreeding and line breeding play a role in genetic improvement. Continuo

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Understanding Alkalosis in Cattle: Causes and Pathophysiology

Alkalosis in cattle, particularly ruminal alkalosis, can be caused by issues such as abomasal atony and alkaline indigestion. Excessive intake of protein-rich feed and changes in diet play a significant role. Pathophysiology involves the accumulation of ruminal ammonia, leading to alkaline pH and ru

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Understanding Average Gene Effect and Breeding Value in Animal Genetics

In the field of animal genetics and breeding, it is crucial to comprehend the average effect of genes and breeding value of individuals. Genes are transmitted from parents to offspring through haploid gametes, influencing the genotype and breeding potential. Estimating the average effect of a gene i

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Principles of Animal Breeding Theory and Methods of Selection

Animal breeding involves selecting for desirable traits to improve the overall merit of animals. Methods such as tandem selection and multi-trait selection are used to enhance genetic progress. Economic value, genetic significance, and selection criteria play important roles in the breeding process.

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Actinobacillosis (Wooden Tongue) in Cattle and Sheep: Overview of the Infectious Disease

Actinobacillosis, also known as Wooden Tongue, is a specific infectious disease affecting cattle and sheep, caused by Actinobacillus lignieresii. It is characterized by fibrosis of the tongue and soft tissues, leading to mobility issues. The disease is primarily transmitted through wounds and abrasi

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Understanding Bovine Virus Diarrhea and Mucosal Disease in Cattle

Bovine Virus Diarrhea (BVD) and Mucosal Disease (MD) are two clinically distinct yet interconnected syndromes in cattle caused by Pestivirus. While originally thought to be separate, they share a common viral etiology. BVD can lead to persistent infections, while MD is sporadic, progressive, and fat

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Understanding Heritability in Animal Genetics and Breeding

Heritability is a crucial concept in animal genetics and breeding, indicating the proportion of total phenotypic variance attributed to genetic effects. It helps in predicting breeding values, assessing relationships between individuals, and guiding genetic determinations. Properties of heritability

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Understanding Abomasal Displacement in Dairy Cattle: Causes, Symptoms, and Management

Abomasal displacement is a common issue in older lactating dairy cattle, often related to inadequate nutrition and concurrent diseases. This condition involves the displacement of the abomasum from its normal position, causing symptoms like anorexia, ketosis, and dehydration. Learn about the causes,

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Fish Breeding Mating Strategies and Designs for Effective Population Management

Designing mating strategies to maximize the effective breeding population in fish hatcheries is crucial for maintaining genetic diversity and overall fitness. Random mating, simple paired mating, factorial mating, and other breeding designs are discussed to help hatchery managers improve breeding co

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Efficient Breeding Management System for Individual Breeders

Explore how the Breeding Information Management System (BIMS) empowers breeders to store, manage, and analyze breeding program data efficiently. With features like data integration, statistical analysis, and mobile app utilization, BIMS revolutionizes the way breeders make informed breeding decision

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Understanding Sand Crack in Cattle Hooves: Causes, Signs, and Treatment

Sand crack, a fissure of the horny wall in cattle hooves, can present transversely or longitudinally. It commonly affects dairy breeds and is predisposed by various factors such as overgrowth of digital horn and chronic laminitis. Diagnosis and treatment differ based on the form of the crack, with s

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Understanding Cattle Temperament: Implications for Producers

Cattle temperament plays a crucial role in the overall well-being of livestock and can impact factors such as stress levels, growth rates, and immune function. This article delves into the importance of evaluating and managing temperament in cattle to mitigate risks of injury, reduce stress-related

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Common Infective Diseases in Cattle and Their Implications

Infective diseases such as blackquarter, brucellosis, and foot and mouth disease pose significant threats to cattle health and food safety. Blackquarter is a fatal disease caused by Clostridium chauvaei, while brucellosis leads to contagious abortion in cattle. Foot and mouth disease is highly conta

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Dairy Cattle Production Systems in Ethiopia: Overview and Practices

Ethiopia has a favorable environment for dairy development with diverse production systems including pastoralism, agro-pastoralism, and mixed farming. The country boasts indigenous and exotic dairy cattle breeds, supporting milk production and utilization. This article outlines the different dairy p

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Understanding Genetic Engineering and Selective Breeding

Genetic engineering involves changing the DNA in living organisms to create new traits, resulting in genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Techniques include artificial selection, cloning, gene splicing, and gel electrophoresis. Selective breeding is a form of artificial selection where animals wit

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Animal Husbandry Development Initiatives in India: Gaushalas and Gosadans

Animal Husbandry Development Programmes in India have a rich history dating back thousands of years, with initiatives like Gaushalas and Gosadans playing a significant role in preserving indigenous cattle breeds, promoting milk production, and supporting rural economies. Gaushalas aim to breed and u

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History and Vocabulary of Cattle Farming

Explore the rich history of cattle farming, from the introduction of longhorn cattle in America by the Spanish to the importation of European dairy cattle to Jamestown Colony. Learn about various terms and concepts associated with cattle, such as castration, heifer, marbling, and more. Delve into th

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Addressing Challenges in the Cattle Market: A Call to Action

Explore the concept of Black Swan events in the cattle market and how they can affect market dynamics negatively. The presentation by R-CALF USA delves into instances where markets respond counter to fundamentals and overreact to minor stimuli. Issues such as high captive supply levels and import sp

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Enhancing Cattle Farming with Assistive Technology in Nebraska

Nebraska AgrAbility specialists, Rodney Peterson and Emily Freudenburg, discuss the impact of modern equipment on cattle farmers with disabilities. They highlight the evolution of technology in cattle farming, introduce a new hydraulic feed box for efficient feeding, and provide vendor contact infor

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Understanding Cattle Management and Classification

Cattle, belonging to the genus Bos, are classified into three types - Bos Taurus, Bos Indicus, and Bos Africans. They are ruminants with fixed hollow horns, udders with four teats, and males have teats on the scrotum. Cattle are utilized for milk production, agriculture, and meat manufacturing. They

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Feasibility Study: Measuring Ruminal Contractions of Cattle Using an Inexpensive Electronic Veterinary Stethoscope

Effects of gastrointestinal motility in understanding disease and nutrition in cattle are actively researched. This study explores monitoring ruminal contractions using a cost-effective electronic stethoscope. The device, developed with Arduino technology, showed promising results in capturing inter

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Understanding the Lymphatic System in Cattle: Nodes, Circulation, and Function

The lymphatic system in cattle plays a crucial role in maintaining overall health. It consists of lymph nodes located in various regions of the body such as the head, neck, abdomen, and hind limbs. These lymph nodes produce lymphocytes and help in filtering foreign bodies. Lymph fluid, similar to bl

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Cattle Identification Methods and Characteristics Explained

Explore different methods of identifying cattle including collective and individual methods such as branding, tattooing, and tagging. Learn about cattle species, breeds, colors, and aging factors like dentition and parturition. Discover the main color variations in cattle such as yellow, red, black,

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Understanding Cattle Handling and Restraint Techniques

Explore the importance of understanding cattle senses and behaviors for effective handling and restraint. Learn about domestication history, handling techniques, sensory perception, and more to ensure safe interactions with cattle. Gain insights into vision, hearing, and other senses crucial for pro

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Overview of Beef Cattle Breeds and Characteristics

In the United States, there are over 80 recognized breeds of beef cattle, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. British breeds like Angus and Hereford offer low birth weight and high fertility, while European breeds like Charolais and Simmental excel in growth rate and milk production. Oth

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Understanding Selective Breeding: Benefits and Process

Selective breeding is a method where humans control the breeding of organisms to emphasize or eliminate specific traits. By choosing parents with desirable characteristics, breeders aim to create offspring with those traits. While advantageous for creating economically important varieties, it can al

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Genomic Recursions in Genomic BLUP for Animal Breeding

Explore the application of genomic recursions in single-step genomic best linear unbiased predictor (BLUP) for genetic evaluations in animal breeding. Understand the significance of using genomic data to improve genetic selection, increase accuracy, shorten generation intervals, and enhance genetic

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Diverse Breeds of Dairy Cattle in India

Explore various breeds of dairy cattle in India, such as Murrah from Haryana, Surti Kaira from Gujarat, Jaffrabadi, Bhadawari, Nili Ravi, Mehsana, and Nagpuri. Each breed has unique characteristics like lactation yield, fat content, and breeding tracts. Discover the rich diversity and potential of I

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Exploring Longhorn Cattle Genetics Through DNA Research

Longhorn cattle genetics are being investigated through DNA research to identify unique traits and differentiate them from other cattle breeds. By analyzing genetic codes with scatter plot graphs, scientists aim to map the genetic makeup of Longhorns accurately. This research helps in understanding

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National Programme for Bovine Breeding and Dairy Development Overview

The National Programme for Bovine Breeding and Dairy Development (NPBBDD) is a Government of India funded project aimed at enhancing bovine breeding and dairy development in the country. It consists of two components: National Plan for Bovine Breeding (NPBB) and National Plan for Dairy Development (

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Genetic Improvement of Dairy Cattle: Key Components and Strategies

Understanding the genetic improvement of dairy cattle is crucial for enhancing milk production. This article explores the key components involved, such as unique identification systems, parentage recording, milk yield monitoring, artificial insemination, and genetic evaluation methods. Achieving exc

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