The science of animal agriculture
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The science of animal agriculture
Cengage, c2019
5th ed
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Includes bibliographical references and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
Presenting up-to-date information in a highly visual, reader-friendly manner, THE SCIENCE OF ANIMAL AGRICULTURE, Fifth Edition, provides a thorough introduction to basic science concepts involved in the production of agricultural animals. By combining scientific principles with practical applications, this proven resource clearly demonstrates how science and agriculture are integrally related. The text covers biological processes of agricultural animals--including reproduction, growth and development, and animal behavior--as well as concerns associated with production, such as nutrition, disease, and even the latest in animal biotechnology. The author also addresses key issues such as animal welfare, consumer concerns, and environmental considerations, offering students further insights into today s agricultural industry.
Table of Contents
1. Animal Agriculture as Science.
2. The Classification of Agricultural Animals.
3. The Beef Industry.
4. The Dairy Industry.
5. The Swine Industry.
6. The Poultry Industry.
7. The Sheep Industry.
8. The Goat Industry.
9. The Horse Industry.
10. The Aquaculture Industry.
11. The Small Animal Industry.
12. Alternative Animal Agriculture.
13. The Honey Bee Industry.
14. Animal Behavior.
15. Animal Cells: The Building Blocks.
16. Animal Genetics.
17. The Scientific Selection of Agricultural Animals.
18. The Reproduction Process.
19. Cloning Animals.
20. Animal Growth and Development.
21. Animal Nutrition.
22. Meat Science.
23. Parasites of Agricultural Animals.
24. Animal Diseases.
25. The Issue of Animal Welfare.
26. Consumer Concerns.
27. Careers in Animal Science.
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