Ein umfassendes Nachschlagewerk mit praktischen, maßgeblichen Informationen zu allen Aspekten der Rindertheriogenologie Die neu überarbeitete zweite Ausgabe von Bovine Reproduction bietet einen ausführlichen Überblick über alle wichtigen Themen rund um die Rinderreproduktion. Das Werk wurde von führenden Experten auf dem Gebiet verfasst und ist ein unverzichtbares Referenzwerk für alle Tierärzte, die sich mit der Fruchtbarkeit von Rindern beschäftigen. Bovine Reproduction ist in mehrere Abschnitte unterteilt: über den Bullen, die Kuh, das neugeborene Kalb und Techniken der assistierten Reproduktion. Die neue Ausgabe enthält Kapitel über neue Genmanipulationstechniken, den Umgang mit problematischen Spendern, Lähmung und viele weitere Themen. Veraltete und überflüssige Angaben aus der ersten Ausgabe wurden entfernt und durch Informationen über neue Krankheiten, Technologien, Verfahren, Techniken und Behandlungsmöglichkeiten von Fertilitätsproblemen ersetzt. Auf der neuen begleitenden Website stehen Bilder und Tabellen aus dem Buch im PowerPoint-Format zur Verfügung. Neben den über 675 vollfarbigen Abbildungen bietet das Werk insbesondere: * Eine ausführliche Diskussion der Anatomie und Physiologie des Bullen, auch in Bezug auf die endokrine und exokrine Funktion der Rinderhoden und die Thermoregulation der Hoden * Eine Betrachtung des Zucht- und Gesundheitsmanagements bei Bullen mit einer Bewertung der Zuchttauglichkeit und einem Abschnitt über Ultraschalluntersuchungen des Fortpflanzungstrakts * Eine Analyse der Anatomie, Physiologie sowie des Zucht- und Gesundheitsmanagements bei Kühen, auch in Bezug auf fötale Programmierung, das Mikrobiom des Fortpflanzungstrakts und mit einem Abschnitt über Geburtshilfe und Reproduktionschirurgie * Einen Überblick über die Intensivpflege des neugeborenen Kalbes und die wirksame Untersuchung und Gabe von Kolostrum * Eine Einführung in assistierte moderne Reproduktionstechnologien Das praktische umfassende Nachschlagewerk ist ein unverzichtbarer Ratgeber für Rinderzüchter, Theriogenologen, Tierzuchtwissenschaftler, Studierende der Veterinärmedizin und angehende Ärzte mit einer Spezialisierung auf Rinder.

This book details the frontier technologies in the area of bovine reproduction. It describes the importance and significance of different technologies for improving reproduction efficiency in bovines. The book delineates the advancements in the technologies that are currently in use for faster multiplication of elite germ plasm including multiple ovulation and embryo transfer, ovum-pick-up, in vitro fertilization and embryo production, and semen sexing. Other emerging technologies, having potential for improving reproductive efficiency in bovines, including stem cells are also discussed with special reference to spermatogonial stem cells. Simple but effective tools having a great scope for day-to-day application in bovine farms for effective reproductive management like ultrasonography and thermal imaging are also covered in this book. The chapters on sperm transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics provide current developments in these areas and use of integrated approach for identification of fertility biomarkers. The chapters also describe technological advancements for early pregnancy diagnosis and offspring sex pre-selection in bovines. Additionally, this book discusses different sperm selection procedures including application of nanotechnology to obtain superior spermatozoa for assisted reproduction. Futuristic technologies including genomic selection and transgenesis are also discussed in detail. Finally, the book also elucidates a comprehensive description of challenges perceived with bovine reproduction and how effectively these technologies can help in improving fertility in bovines. ​

This book provides updated information on the current concepts in bovine reproduction. It describes the complex issues associated with fertility and infertility in bovines and suggests strategies for achieving high reproductive efficiency. It discusses topics related to the fertility trend in bovines, estrus detection, controlled breeding, postpartum uterine health, uterine infections, and its therapeutic management. The essential roles of metabolic hormones on gonadal functions and fertility are also covered. Additionally, the book presents new insights in maternal recognition of pregnancy in bovines and suggest nutritional strategies to improve reproductive efficiency. The chapters on male fertility provide current information on semen cryopreservation, sperm quality assessment and measures to improve sperm fertility. A special chapter on intricacies in buffalo semen cryopreservation and measures to improve the quality of cryopreserved sperm is also included in this book. Lastly, the book introduces the immunobiological roles of anti-microbial peptides during sperm transport in reproductive tract and epigenetic bearing on fertility. This book is an invaluable resource for veterinary scientists, students and practitioners to understand the current developments in bovine reproduction for improving reproductive efficiency.

Cattle play a fundamental role in animal agriculture throughout the world. They not only provide us with a vital food source, but they also provide us with fertilizer and fuel. Keeping reproduction levels at an optimum level is therefore essential, but this is often a complicated process, especially with modern, high yielding cows. Written in a practical and user-friendly style, this book aims to help the reader understand cattle reproduction by explaining the underlying physiology of the reproductive process and the role and importance of pharmacology and technology, and showing how management techniques can improve reproductive efficiency. This edition includes: Recent research findings on the physiology of the oestrous cycle and its control; New techniques for monitoring and manipulating reproduction, including pregnancy diagnosis and embryo transfer; Advice on identifying common infertility problems and how to prevent and treat them. Reproduction Cattle 3e is essential reading for veterinary and agricultural students, as well as veterinarians and farmers involved in cattle reproduction.

Anatomy and endocrinology of cow reproduction. Puberty, oestrus and pregnancy. Measures of reproductive performance. Infertility in cows. The role of nutrition in cattle reproduction. Lactetional anoestrus and the effect of weaning. Reproductive herd Health programmes.

3000 new references added since the first editionGives information necessary to produce embryos totally through in vitro techniques Shows commercial applications of embryo and oocyte researchCattle remain at the forefront of many new developments in reproductive technology and what can be done for the cow today will later be applicable to other farm livestock and perhaps humans. This new edition reviews the considerable advances and issues in embryo production technology, based on reports since the first edition in 1994. This is a must have volume for those who own the first edition, and in itself an incredibly informative text.

Bovine Science - Challenges and Advances presents up-to-date knowledge of bovine health, covering both introductory topics and more advanced concepts. Chapters cover such topics as new techniques in bovine science and development, health and risk factors and diagnosis of disease in bovines, and production and reproductive technologies and advancements.

Particular focus on the challenges in breeding and lack of genetic diversity in modern dairy cattle Explores ways of improving non-production traits in cattle for more sustainable production Detailed review of key developments in reproductive technologies and breeding programmes to further advance dairy cattle breeding

In the past half century great progress has been made in the reproductive management of farm animals, both mammals and birds. This book aims to review developments and indicate which reproductive technologies can be used commercially or in research. It begins by discussing artificial insemination and how this has recently been refined in semen sexing technology. Embryo transfer, in vitro embryo production technology and the control of oestrus and ovulation are then reviewed. Subsequent chapters consider the control of postpartum ovarian activity, seasonal breeding, multiple births and litter size, pregnancy testing, parturition, and the onset of puberty. The author then describes more recent developments in cloning and the production of transgenic animals, before a final chapter on suppressing reproductive activity.

Since the time of domestication more than 10,000 years ago, cattle have played an increasingly crucial role in the development of human civilizations. Progress has been quite remarkable since the turn of the century; the sequencing of the bovine genome in 2009 launched new avenues for furthering our understanding of theoretical and practical aspects of cattle genetics. Covering a vast array of questions, this book reviews major topics from molecular and developmental genetics, disease resistance and immunogenetics to genetic improvement of dairy and beef breeds, addressing all current problems in the field. This second edition includes a new team of authors and completely new chapters on the genetics of fat production, nutrition, feed intake and efficiency, growth and body composition. Fully updated throughout, it provides a valuable resource on cattle genetics for researchers, breeders, veterinarians and postgraduate students.