Environmental Physiology Of Livestock

Author : R. J. Collier,J. L. Collier
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2012-02-07
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780813811765

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Environmental Physiology of Livestock by R. J. Collier,J. L. Collier Pdf

Environmental stress is one of the most significant factors affecting livestock performance and health, and it is only expected to increase with effects of global warming. Environmental Physiology of Livestock brings together the latest research on environmental physiology, summarizing progress in the field and providing directions for future research. Recent developments in estimating heat stress loads are discussed, as well as key studies in metabolism, reproduction, and genetic expressions. Environmental Physiology of Livestock begins with a survey of current heat indexing tools, highlighting recent discoveries in animal physiology, changes in productivity levels, and new technologies available to better estimate stress response. Using this synopsis as a point of orientation, later chapters hone in on major effects of heat stress, including changing metabolic pathways and nutrient requirements, endocrine regulation of acclimation to environmental stress, and reduced reproductive performance. The text concludes with a thorough discussion of environmental effects on gene expressions, providing important insight for future breeding practices. Environmental Physiology of Livestock is a globally contributed volume and a key resource for animal science researchers, geneticists, and breeders.

Author : National Research Council,Board on Agriculture,Subcommittee on Environmental Stress
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 169 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 1981-02-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309031813

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Effect of Environment on Nutrient Requirements of Domestic Animals by National Research Council,Board on Agriculture,Subcommittee on Environmental Stress Pdf

Author : Veerasamy Sejian,S.M.K. Naqvi,Thaddeus Ezeji,Jeffrey Lakritz,Rattan Lal
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 577 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2012-06-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783642292057

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Environmental Stress and Amelioration in Livestock Production by Veerasamy Sejian,S.M.K. Naqvi,Thaddeus Ezeji,Jeffrey Lakritz,Rattan Lal Pdf

Given the importance of livestock to the global economy, there is a substantial need for world-class reference material on the sustainable management of livestock in diverse eco-regions. With uncertain climates involving unpredictable extreme events (e.g., heat, drought, infectious disease), environmental stresses are becoming the most crucial factors affecting livestock productivity. By systematically and comprehensively addressing all aspects of environmental stresses and livestock productivity, this volume is a useful tool for understanding the various intricacies of stress physiology. With information and case studies collected and analyzed by professionals working in diversified ecological zones, this book explores the influence of the environment on livestock production across global biomes. The challenges the livestock industry faces in maintaining the delicate balance between animal welfare and production are also highlighted.

Author : Clive Phillips,David Piggins
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 456 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Poetry
ISBN : WISC:89046233284

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Farm Animals and the Environment by Clive Phillips,David Piggins Pdf

Interest in environmental aspects of agriculture and in farm animal welfare has grown tremendously in recent years. Yet there are few books available which provide the relevant biological background to these issues, as well as describe the effects both of the environment on farm animals and of the animals on the environment. This book provides such a broad synthesis. It is divided into four parts covering: environmental factors influencing the production and welfare of farm animals; perception of the environment by farm animals; animal responses to the environment; and the effects of farm animals on the human environment. The authors include internationally-recognized scientists from the UK, USA, Canada, France, Netherlands, Denmark, Sweden and Egypt. The book will interest a wide range of students and research workers concerned with animal physiology and production, animal behavior and welfare, veterinary medicine and environmental science.

Author : Anjali Aggarwal,Ramesh Upadhyay
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 188 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2012-12-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9788132208792

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Heat Stress and Animal Productivity by Anjali Aggarwal,Ramesh Upadhyay Pdf

Dr. Anjali Aggarwal is working as a Senior Scientist at National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal (India). She holds a PhD degree in Animal Physiology and is involved in research and teaching at post-graduate level. Her area of research work is stress and environmental physiology. She has more than 50 publications, two technical bulletins, four manuals and many book chapters to her credit. She has successfully guided many post-graduate and PhD students. Her major research accomplishments are on microclimatic modification for alleviation of heat and cold stress, mist and fan cooling systems for cows and buffaloes, and use of wallowing tank in buffaloes. Her work involves the use of technology of supplementing micronutrients during dry period and early lactation to crossbred and indigenous cows for alleviating metabolic and oxidative stress and improved health and productivity. Studies are also done in her lab on partitioning of heat loss from skin and pulmonary system of cattle and buffaloes as a result of exercise or exposure to heat stress. Dr. R.C. Upadhyay is working as Head, Dairy Cattle Physiology Division at National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal (India). He graduated in Veterinary Sciences and obtained his PhD degree in Animal Physiology. His area of recent research is climate change, stress, and environmental physiology. His major research accomplishment is on climate change impact assessment of milk production and growth in livestock. His work also involves studying methane conversion and emission factors for Indian livestock and use of IPCC methodology of methane inventory of Indian livestock. Heat shock protein-70 expression studies in cattle and buffaloes are also done in his lab. Draught animal power evaluation, fatigue assessment, work-rest cycle and work limiting factors form the highlights of his work. Studies on partitioning of heat loss from skin and pulmonary system of cattle and buffaloes and electrocardiographic studies in cattle, buffalo, sheep and goat are also undertaken in his lab. He has more than 75 research papers, four books and several book chapters to his credit. Technologies developed and research done by him include methodology of methane measurement: open and closed circuit for cattle and buffaloes; inventory of methane emission from livestock using IPCC methodology; livestock stress index: thermal stress measurement based on physiological functions; and draught power evaluation system and large animal treadmill system. He received training in Radio-nuclides in medicine at Australian School of Nuclear Technology, Lucas heights, NSW, Australia in 1985 and Use of radioisotopes in cardiovascular investigations at CSIRO, Prospect, NSW, Australia, during 1985-86. He has guided several post-graduate and PhD students. He is recipient of Hari Om Ashram Award-1990 (ICAR) for outstanding research in animal sciences.

Author : Philip Carew Withers,Christine E. Cooper,Shane K. Maloney,Francisco Bozinovic,Ariovaldo P. Cruz-Neto
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 607 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780199642717

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Ecological and Environmental Physiology of Mammals by Philip Carew Withers,Christine E. Cooper,Shane K. Maloney,Francisco Bozinovic,Ariovaldo P. Cruz-Neto Pdf

Mammals are the so-called "pinnacle" group of vertebrates, successfully colonising virtually all terrestrial environments as well as the air (bats) and sea (especially pinnipeds and cetaceans). How mammals function and survive in these diverse environments has long fascinated mammologists, comparative physiologists and ecologists. Ecological and Environmental Physiology of Mammals explores the physiological mechanisms and evolutionary necessities that have made the spectacular adaptation of mammals possible. It summarises our current knowledge of the complex and sophisticated physiological approaches that mammals have for survival in a wide variety of ecological and environmental contexts: terrestrial, aerial, and aquatic. The authors have a strong comparative and quantitative focus in their broad approach to exploring mammal ecophysiology. As with other books in the Ecological and Environmental Physiology Series, the emphasis is on the unique physiological characteristics of mammals, their adaptations to extreme environments, and current experimental techniques and future research directions are also considered. This accessible text is suitable for graduate level students and researchers in the fields of mammalian comparative physiology and physiological ecology, including specialist courses in mammal ecology. It will also be of value and use to the many professional mammologists requiring a concise overview of the topic.

Author : Solon A. Ewing,Donald C. Lay,Eberhard Von Borell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Animal welfare
ISBN : 0136602002

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Farm Animal Well-being by Solon A. Ewing,Donald C. Lay,Eberhard Von Borell Pdf

Created for sophomore - senior level undergraduate courses that deal with farm animal well-being, with perspectives on stress, behavior, and environmental design. Also an ideal supplementary text in such agriculture courses as Farm Animal Behavior, Farm Animal Production, and Environmental Management for Farm Animals. Focusing on three major areas of consideration (physical, dietary, and social) required to successfully maintain a balanced, low-stress environment for farm animals, this comprehensive survey discusses the broad range of environmental needs of animals, how these needs are met, and why providing an adequate environment is critical to animal well-being as well as economics in animal enterprises. An excellent reference for livestock producers and all professionals serving the animal industry.

Author : Pat Willmer,Graham Stone,Ian Johnston
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 768 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2009-03-12
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781444309225

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Environmental Physiology of Animals by Pat Willmer,Graham Stone,Ian Johnston Pdf

The new and updated edition of this accessible text provides a comprehensive overview of the comparative physiology of animals within an environmental context. Includes two brand new chapters on Nerves and Muscles and the Endocrine System. Discusses both comparative systems physiology and environmental physiology. Analyses and integrates problems and adaptations for each kind of environment: marine, seashore and estuary, freshwater, terrestrial and parasitic. Examines mechanisms and responses beyond physiology. Applies an evolutionary perspective to the analysis of environmental adaptation. Provides modern molecular biology insights into the mechanistic basis of adaptation, and takes the level of analysis beyond the cell to the membrane, enzyme and gene. Incorporates more varied material from a wide range of animal types, with less of a focus purely on terrestrial reptiles, birds and mammals and rather more about the spectacularly successful strategies of invertebrates. A companion site for this book with artwork for downloading is available at: www.blackwellpublishing.com/willmer/

Author : Veerasamy Sejian,John Gaughan,Lance Baumgard,Cadaba Prasad
Publisher : Springer
Page : 532 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2015-03-31
Category : Science
ISBN : 9788132222651

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Climate Change Impact on Livestock: Adaptation and Mitigation by Veerasamy Sejian,John Gaughan,Lance Baumgard,Cadaba Prasad Pdf

This volume addresses in detail both livestock’s role in climate change and the impacts of climate change on livestock production and reproduction. Apart from these cardinal principles of climate change and livestock production, this volume also examines the various strategies used to mitigate livestock-related GHG emissions, and those which can reduce the impacts of climate change on livestock production and reproduction. Presenting information and case studies collected and analyzed by professionals working in diversified ecological zones, the book explores the influence of climate change on livestock production across the globe. The most significant feature of this book is that it addresses in detail the different adaptation strategies and identifies targets for different stakeholders in connection with climate change and livestock production. Further, it puts forward development plans that will allow the livestock industries to cope with current climate changes and strategies that will mitigate the effects by 2025. Lastly, it provides researchers and policymakers several researchable priorities to help develop economically viable solutions for livestock production with less GHG emissions, promoting a cleaner environment in which human beings and livestock can live in harmony without adverse effects on productivity. Given that livestock production systems are sensitive to climate change and at the same are themselves a contributor to the phenomenon, climate change has the potential to pose an increasingly formidable challenge to the development of the livestock sector. However, there is a dearth of scientific information on adapting livestock production to the changing climate; as such, well-founded reference material on sustaining livestock production systems under the changing climate scenarios in different agro-ecological zones of the world is essential. By methodically and extensively addressing all aspects of climate change and livestock production, this volume offers a valuable tool for understanding the hidden intricacies of climatic stress and its influence on livestock production.

Author : Harold David Johnson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1959
Category : Dairy cattle
ISBN : OCLC:19943918

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Environmental Physiology and Shelter Engineering with Special Reference to Domestic Animals by Harold David Johnson Pdf

Author : Harold David Johnson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 31 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 1958
Category : Dairy cattle
ISBN : OCLC:19937429

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Environmental Physiology and Shelter Engineering with Special Reference to Domestic Animals by Harold David Johnson Pdf

Author : Patrick J. Butler,Anne J.. Brown,J. Anne Brown,D. George Stephenson,John R. Speakman
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 1104 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Animal ecology
ISBN : 0199655456

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Animal Physiology by Patrick J. Butler,Anne J.. Brown,J. Anne Brown,D. George Stephenson,John R. Speakman Pdf

Animal Physiology: an environmental perspective provides a broad review of animal physiology, demonstrating how an understanding of the physiology of animals in their natural habitats helps us to understand how and why animals evolved the way they did, as well as how we can protect them from the extreme effects of changes to their environments.

Author : National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Institute for Laboratory Animal Research,Committee for the Update of the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2011-01-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309154000

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Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals by National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Institute for Laboratory Animal Research,Committee for the Update of the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals Pdf

A respected resource for decades, the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals has been updated by a committee of experts, taking into consideration input from the scientific and laboratory animal communities and the public at large. The Guide incorporates new scientific information on common laboratory animals, including aquatic species, and includes extensive references. It is organized around major components of animal use: Key concepts of animal care and use. The Guide sets the framework for the humane care and use of laboratory animals. Animal care and use program. The Guide discusses the concept of a broad Program of Animal Care and Use, including roles and responsibilities of the Institutional Official, Attending Veterinarian and the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee. Animal environment, husbandry, and management. A chapter on this topic is now divided into sections on terrestrial and aquatic animals and provides recommendations for housing and environment, husbandry, behavioral and population management, and more. Veterinary care. The Guide discusses veterinary care and the responsibilities of the Attending Veterinarian. It includes recommendations on animal procurement and transportation, preventive medicine (including animal biosecurity), and clinical care and management. The Guide addresses distress and pain recognition and relief, and issues surrounding euthanasia. Physical plant. The Guide identifies design issues, providing construction guidelines for functional areas; considerations such as drainage, vibration and noise control, and environmental monitoring; and specialized facilities for animal housing and research needs. The Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals provides a framework for the judgments required in the management of animal facilities. This updated and expanded resource of proven value will be important to scientists and researchers, veterinarians, animal care personnel, facilities managers, institutional administrators, policy makers involved in research issues, and animal welfare advocates.

Author : Sir John Hammond
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 1954
Category : Livestock
ISBN : OCLC:1003005384

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Progress in the Physiology of Farm Animals by Sir John Hammond Pdf

Nutrition and metabolism; Ruminant nutrition; Pig nutrition; Poultry; Trace elements; Environment; The ecology of domesticated animals; Environmental physiology of farm mammals; Heat regulation in birds; Daylight changes.

Author : Thomas Banhazi,Andres Aland,Jörg Hartung
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 487 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2018-06-13
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781317573401

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Air Quality and Livestock Farming by Thomas Banhazi,Andres Aland,Jörg Hartung Pdf

Air quality has a direct influence on health, welfare and production performance of livestock as the high concentrations of noxious gases, dust and airborne microorganisms are likely to reduce production efficiency and the general welfare of farm animals. Long term exposure to particulates in livestock buildings might also affect the respiratory health of farm workers. Dust in animal buildings contains many biologically active substances such as bacteria, fungi, endotoxins and residues of antibiotics (as a result of veterinary treatments) that are suspected to be hazardous to human health. Furthermore, air pollutants emitted from livestock buildings can reduce air, water and soil quality and can potentially undermine the health of nearby residents. Airborne emissions include ammonia, methane, nitrous oxide, particulates like dust and microorganisms. In addition, other potentially harmful substances such as heavy metals, antibiotic residues and components of disinfectants might be also emitted from livestock building that are potentially damaging to ecosystems. In this book, key aspects of agricultural air quality, such as monitoring, managing and reducing airborne pollutants in and around livestock facilities are reviewed. Features: addressing the raising awareness of the importance of optimal health and welfare for lifestock species with contributions from international specialists and researchers providing up-to-date information for professionals involved in modern animal producti This book will be useful for farming professionals, academics, students, policy makers, business leaders, regulatory bodies and agricultural consultants.