Biology of Breeding Poultry
Biology of Breeding Poultry
Author: P M HockingThis book reviews the biological science and background to breeding meat poultry, specifically broiler, turkey and duck. These commercial birds have been changed by genetic selection to such an extent that they are substantially different from traditional breeds and laying hens. Covering science, management and husbandry systems, this comprehensive text provides the most up to date collection of papers on the topic from a range of international experts
Availability: In Print
Publication date: May 2009
Binding: Hardback
Dimensions: Unknown
Weight: Unknown
Extent: 480pp
ISBN: 9781845933753
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- State of the Art
- Genetic Progress and Achievements
- Breeder Husbandry
Genetic Improvement - Quantitative Genetics and QTL
- Potential of Transgenics, ESTs and PGCs
- Sex Determination
Physiology of Reproduction - Endocrinology and Genetics of the HPA Axis
- Control of Follicular Development
- Endocrinology of Male Reproduction
Mating Behaviour and Fertility - Sperm Competition and Female Fertility
- Semen Quality and Semen Storage
Incubation and Hatching - Broodiness and Broody Control
- Hatching Egg and Chick Quality
Managing the Environment - Photoperiod and Control of Breeding
- Behaviour in Meat Breeding Birds
- Ratites and minor Poultry Species
Nutrition of Breeding Birds - Feed Restriction
- Protein and Amino Acid Responses
- Practical Breeder Nutrition
- Vitamins, Minerals and Micronutrients
Health and Welfare - Vaccination: Theory and Practice
- Immune Protection of the Hatchling
- Managing Current Disease Challenges
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