Breeding for Disease Resistance in Farm Animals

Breeding for Disease Resistance in Farm Animals
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Publisher : CABI
Total Pages : 370
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ISBN-10 : 9781845935559
ISBN-13 : 1845935551
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Book Synopsis Breeding for Disease Resistance in Farm Animals by : Stephen C. Bishop

Download or read book Breeding for Disease Resistance in Farm Animals written by Stephen C. Bishop and published by CABI. This book was released on 2010 with total page 370 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Addressing principles associated with breeding animals for enhanced health and resistance to specific diseases, this book provides a review of the field illustrated with examples covering many diseases of importance to livestock production, across all major livestock species. Authored by experts in the field, this updated edition covers techniques and approaches, viruses, TSEs, bacteria, parasites, vectors, and broader health issues seen in production systems, including metabolic diseases. The book will be an essential reference for professionals in the field, scientists and researchers, students, breeders, veterinarians, agricultural advisors and policy makers.


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