Reproduction in cattle, (3rd Ed.)

Fertility is one of the key aspects in maximising productivity and profitability of cattle farming. This book gives rounded coverage of cattle reproduction covering all levels and thus making it suitable for farmers, vets, students and academics. The emphasis throughout is on the interaction of physiology, pharmacology, technology, management and genetics of reproduction to maximise reproductive performance in cattle. The third edition has been updated to take account of the recent outbreaks of BSE and Foot and Mouth Disease, developments in artificial insemination, new techniques for embryo transfer, and improved selection indices in breeding. Procedures, cost benefit analyses and new technologies have all been updated and new photographs added where appropriate. The scope has been broadened to increase the book's appeal internationally. Provides an excellent overview of cattle reproduction. Includes information on the recent outbreaks of BSE and Foot and Mouth Disease, and details exciting developments in artificial insemination, new techniques for embryo transfer and improved selection indices in breeding. Shows how physiology, pharmacology, technology, management and genetics of reproduction can be used to maximise reproductive performance in cattle.

Preface.

1. Reproductive Efficiency in Cattle Production.

2. Anatomy.

3. Bull Fertility.

4. The Ovarian Cycle.

5. Fertilization, Conception and Pregnancy.

6. Parturition and Lactation.

7. The Postpartum Period.

8. Oestrous Behaviour and Its Detection.

9. Artificial Control of the Oestrous Cycle.

10. Artificial Insemination.

11. Pregnancy Diagnosis.

12. Reproductive Problems.

13. Reproductive Biotechnologies.

14. Reproductive Management.

15. Selection for Breeding.

Index.