Animal Genetic Resource Conservation

Author : Kor Oldenbroek
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2023-08-28
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789086865925

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Utilisation and conservation of farm animal genetic resources by Kor Oldenbroek Pdf

"The genetic diversity comprised in farm animal species and breeds is an important resource in livestock systems. For several reasons, within the different species used for food production, only a few breeds are developed towards high-output breeds fitting in high-input systems. In this process many breeds are set aside from the food producing livestock systems. These breeds will be faced with extinction unless new functions for these breeds are found. This is a real threat for the genetic diversity within species. This book is intended to give insight into the issues of the utilisation and conservation of farm animal genetic resources towards a broad group of readers interested in these subjects. The insight is presented as applications of population, molecular and quantitative genetics that can be used to take appropriate decisions in utilisation and conservation programmes. A previous edition of this book is a key resource in courses worldwide and cited in many scientific publications. The first two chapters discuss the decisions to be made in utilisation and conservation. Chapter 3 surveys the different ways in which the diversity we observe within a species can be characterised. Chapter 4 illustrates recent results using this theory for utilisation and conservation purposes. Chapters 5, 6 and 7 give theoretical backgrounds necessary to make decisions and chapters 8 and 9 present the operation and practical implications of selection and conservation schemes."

Author : Geoff Simm
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 345 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2004-01-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781897676158

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Farm Animal Genetic Resources by Geoff Simm Pdf

This book provides an overview of developments in the conservation and sustainable utilisation of Farm Animal Genetic Resources. It is based on presentations given at a conference on this subject co-organised by the British Society of Animal Science, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, the Rare Breeds Survival Trust and the Sheep Trust.

Author : E. E. Lister,S. K. Ho,Canadian Animal Germplasm Technical Experts Board
Publisher : The Board
Page : 44 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Animal genetics
ISBN : UIUC:30112102175681

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Canadian Farm Animal Genetic Resources Conservation by E. E. Lister,S. K. Ho,Canadian Animal Germplasm Technical Experts Board Pdf

There is a concern in Canada about the narrowing genetic base of farm animal species, with the consequent need to consider the conservation of farm animal genetic resources as insurance for Canadian animal industries for the current and future changes in the environment, market demands, and selection goals. This document provides background on the need and importance of the conservation of farm animal genetic resources, and proposes concepts for a national system for conserving such resources. The document outlines international and national programs in germplasm conservation and presents discussion papers on issues related to conservation of farm animal genetic resources. These issues include the setting of conservation priorities, identifying at-risk populations, minimizing inbreeding, gene bank strategies, disease control for conservation, ownership and access of genetic resources, and research needs.

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Organization of the UN (FAO)
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Science
ISBN : MINN:31951D037236003

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In Vivo Conservation of Animal Genetic Resources by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Pdf

These guidelines present the basic concepts involved in the development and implementation of in vivo conservation plans for animal genetic resources for food and agriculture. The guidelines are intended for use by policy-makers in the management of animal genetic resources, managers of animal breeding organizations, persons responsible for training in management of animal genetic resources and any other stakeholders with leading roles in designing and implementing in vivo conservation programmes for animal genetic resources. Although individual breeders and livestock keepers are not the direct target audience, the guidelines include background information that is relevant for all stakeholders involved in planning conservation programmes.

Author : C. Hansen,Canada. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. Research Branch,Centre for Food and Animal Research (Canada)
Publisher : Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Research Branch
Page : 63 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Domestic animals
ISBN : 0662250907

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Animal Genetic Resource Conservation by C. Hansen,Canada. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. Research Branch,Centre for Food and Animal Research (Canada) Pdf

Author : Barbara Rischkowsky
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 44 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 925105763X

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The State of the World's Animal Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture-- in Brief by Barbara Rischkowsky Pdf

This "in brief" version, intended for use by decision-makers and the wider public, presents a summary of the key findings of the main report (see above). Part 1 outlines the state of agricultural biodiversity in the livestock sector. Part 2 considers the livestock production systems of which animal genetic resources form a part. Part 3 - largely based on the 148 Country reports - is an assessment of institutional and human capacity in the field of animal genetic resources management. Part 4 presents the state of the art in terms of the methods available for the management of animal genetic resources. As well as providing a technical reference document, the country-based preparation of The State of the World" has led to a process of policy development and a Global Plan of Action for Animal Genetic Resources, which once adopted, will provide an agenda for action by the international community.

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 606 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2018-06-06
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9789251088203

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THE SECOND REPORT ON THE STATE OF THE WORLD’s ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES FOR FOOD AND AGRICULTURE by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Pdf

Animal genetic resource diversity underpins the supply livestock products and services across a wide range of production environments. It promotes resilience and serves as a basis for adapting livestock management to changing conditions. It is vital to livelihoods of many of the world’s poor people. It can contribute to the delivery of ecosystem services such as landscape management and the maintenance of wildlife habitats. However, it is often undervalued, underused and under threat. This report updates the global assessment provided in the first report on The State of the World’s Animal Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture, published in 2007. It focuses particularly on changes that have occurred during the period since the first report was published. It serves as a basis for a review, and potential update, of the Global Plan of Action for Animal Genetic Resources, which since 2007 has provided an agreed international framework for the management of livestock biodiversity. Drawing on 129 country reports, it presents an analysis of the state of livestock diversity, the influence of livestock-sector trends on the management of animal genetic resources, the state of capacity to manage animal genetic resources, including legal and policy frameworks, and the state of the art in tools and methods for characterization, valuation, use, development and conservation.

Author : Barbara Rischkowsky,Dafydd Pilling
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 554 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9251057621

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The State of the World's Animal Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture by Barbara Rischkowsky,Dafydd Pilling Pdf

Sustainable management of the world's livestock genetic diversity is of vital importance to agriculture, food production, rural development and the environment. "The State of the World's Animal Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture" is the first global assessment of these resources. Drawing on 169 Country Reports, contributions from a number of international organizations and 12 specially commissioned thematic studies, it presents an analysis of the state of agricultural biodiversity in the livestock sector - origins and development, uses and values, distribution and exchange, risk status and threats - and of capacity to manage these resources - institutions, policies and legal frameworks, structured breeding activities and conservation programmes. Needs and challenges are assessed in the context of the forces driving change in livestock production systems. Tools and methods to enhance the use and development of animal genetic resources are explored in sections on the state of the art in characterization, genetic improvement, economic evaluation and conservation. The main findings of the report are summarized in "The State of the World's Animal Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture - in brief," of which the Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish versions can be found on the attached CD-ROM and are also available separately in printed form. As well providing a technical reference document, the country-based preparation of "The State of the World" has led to a process of policy development and a "Global Plan of Action for Animal Genetic Resources," which once adopted, will provide an agenda for action by the international community. Published also in French.

Author : E. E. Lister
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Domestic animals
ISBN : OCLC:1148214176

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Canadian Farm Animal Genetic Resources Conservation by E. E. Lister Pdf

Author : J. Gibson
Publisher : Bioversity International
Page : 60 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Biodiversity conservation
ISBN : 9789290437123

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Options and Strategies for the Conservation of Farm Animal Genetic Resources by J. Gibson Pdf

Sixty-three experts from 28 countries and eight international organizations met for four days in Montpellier, France, in November 2005 to review the options and strategies for the conservation of farm animal genetic resources (FAnGR) and to identify priorities for action. The workshop focused primarily on the technical needs and opportunities and placed less emphasis on policy and institutional issues, although findings on such issues did arise naturally from many of the conclusions drawn. The workshop resulted in 11 major findings and 13 priorities for action. The workshop also identified four broad areas where information and knowledge were lacking. The findings and priorities for action are listed here in the executive summary and each is explained in more detail in the body of this report. They are presented in the order developed by the workshop. Participants did not attempt to rank the findings and actions.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9251077266

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In Vivo Conservation of Animal Genetic Resources by Anonim Pdf

Author : Paul Watson,William V. Holt
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 482 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2001-02-16
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0748408142

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Cryobanking the Genetic Resource by Paul Watson,William V. Holt Pdf

There is a growing awareness of a worldwide reduction in biodiversity and the urgent need to develop ways to redress the problem. This is the first major book devoted to the subject of genetic resource banking (GRB) and its role in preserving global animal biodiversity. In Cryobanking the Genetic Resource, expert contributors provide the non-specialist with an overview of the subject and the practical techniques associated with GRB. The book presents a basic introduction to the concepts, and then points the way to relevant literature for those who wish to develop practical applications. The first section deals with the potential contribution of GRB to biodiversity protection, while the second section offers an introduction to the basic cryobiology of gametes and embryos. In the first section, genetic considerations for planning interventions are discussed, together with disease control measures. This section explores related reproductive technologies necessary for the use of cryopreserved gametes and embryos, as well as a range of other issues such as ownership and security of stored material, and the size and location of cryopreserved material. The second section offers a thorough review of the literature on cryopreservation of spermatozoa, oocytes, and embryos. It gathers species into related groups for ease of reference, and does not assume extensive specialist knowledge so that newcomers to the field can make the best use of the available research. This book is an essential resource for zoologists and conservationists with an interest in genetic management and captive breeding, and also for students involved in biodiversity issues, conservation, and assisted reproduction.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9251058482

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Global Plan of Action for Animal Genetic Resources and the Interlaken Declaration by Anonim Pdf

Sustainable use, development and conservation of the world's livestock genetic resources are of vital importance to agriculture, food production, rural development and the environment. In recognition of the need to develop and effective framework for the management of these resources and to address the threat of genetic erosion, 109 countries came together in September 2007 at the first International Technical Conference on Animal Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture held in Interlaken, Switzerland. The Conference adopted the Global Plan of Action for Animal Genetic Resources- which includes 23 strategic priorities for action to promote the wise management of these vital resources. The Global Plan of Action is the outcome of a country-driven process of reporting, analysis and discussion, which also resulted in the preparation of the State of the World's Animal Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture, the first comprehensive global assessment of livestock diversity and its management. The Conference also adopted the Interlaken Declaration on Animal Genetic Resources, which affirms countries' commitment to the implementation of the global Plan of Action and to ensuring that the world's livestock biodiversity is utilised to promote global food security and remain available to future generations.

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher : Fao
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Animal populations
ISBN : UIUC:30112045732838

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Secondary Guidelines for Development of National Farm Animal Genetic Resources Management Plans by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Pdf

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Organization of the UN (FAO)
Page : 56 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : UOM:39015054445179

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The Global Strategy for the Management of Farm Animal Genetic Resources by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Pdf