The efficient management of reproduction is essential to maximize the productivity and profitability of cattle farming. This work emphasizes the interaction of physiology, pharmacology, technology, management and genetics of reproduction to maximize reproductive performance in cattle. The book sets out the latest advances in reproduction technology, such as embryo transfer, cloning, embryo sexing and in vitro fertilization. It includes coverage of Zebu and buffalo.
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Für höhere Schule und Studium
Für Beruf und Forschung
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Höhe: 244 mm
Breite: 172 mm
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978-0-632-04109-1 (9780632041091)
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Cattle production and the importance of reproductive efficiency; anatomy of male and female reproductive systems; the ovarian cycle; oestrous behaviour and its detection; control of reproductive function in the male; artificial insemination; pharmacological control of the oestrous cycle; fertilization, conception, pregnancy and its detection; parturition and lactation; the post-partum period; reproductive problems in the bull and cow; embryo transfer and related techniques; principles of reproductive management of cattle; selection of animals for breeding.
