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9 articles for “cattles”
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Cattle Health Monitorng System with Smart Shelter
Abstract: The primary methods of managing cows prior to the development of modern cow health monitoring systems with smart shelters were manual intervention by farmers and traditional processes. These techniques were often less precise and more labour-intensive than modern technical alternatives. Livestock shelters used to often be simple structures, such as sheds or barns, that provided basic weather protection. These shelters lacked modern conveniences like climate control and mechanized feeding systems. …
Published in International Journal of Solid State Innovations & Research · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 15–20 Read article
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Challenges of Upgrading Local Cattle with Exotic Breeds: Genetic, Environmental, Economic, and Sustainability Trade-offs
Abstract: The practice of upgrading local cattle with exotic breeds has gained popularity as a strategy to enhance milk and meat production. While this approach holds potential for improving productivity, it also presents a range of challenges that need careful consideration. This study examines the genetic, environmental, economic, and sustainability trade-offs associated with upgrading local cattle with exotic breeds. From a genetic perspective, upgrading can result in the dilution of traits …
Published in International Journal of Molecular Biotechnological Research · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Gene Editing in Dairy Cows: Advancing Milk Yield, Health, and Resilience for Sustainable Dairy Development
Abstract: Gene editing has emerged as a transformative tool in dairy science, offering unprecedented opportunities to enhance productivity, improve animal health, and bolster resilience against environmental challenges. This study explores the potential of gene editing technologies, including CRISPR-Cas9, in advancing milk yield, optimizing milk composition, and addressing genetic disorders in dairy cows. Specific applications include targeting genes associated with mastitis resistance, improving feed efficiency, and introducing heat tolerance traits to adapt …
Published in International Journal of Genetic Modifications and Recombinations · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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The Weight of The Flock: Narratives of Young Men who were Childhood Herders in Lesotho
Abstract: Herding in Lesotho is associated with social isolation for extended periods, risk of assault by animal thieves, and risk of being attacked for suspected animal theft. Regardless, herding in Lesotho is mostly assigned to boys. The objective of this study was therefore to examine herding experiences of childhood herders in Thaba Tseka Lesotho. The study employed snowball sampling to recruit 14 childhood herders who were young adults (18-35 years old) …
Published in International Journal of Children · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 29–42 Read article
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From Ancient DNA to Modern Livestock: Paleogenomics
Abstract: Paleogenomics, an interdisciplinary blend of paleontology and genomics, has revolutionized our understanding of ancient DNA and its applications across various fields. In Animal Genetics and Breeding, this field has emerged as a pivotal tool providing invaluable insights into the historical genetics of domesticated animals. By reconstructing and analyzing the genomes of long-extinct organisms, paleogenomics sheds light on genetic diversity, evolutionary dynamics, and adaptations of ancient species. Paleogenomics significantly impacts animal …
Published in International Journal of Genetic Modifications and Recombinations · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Climate Change and Decline of Cultural Heritage as Major Causes of Insecurity in Katsina State: A Way Forward
Abstract: Climate change is a global phenomenon that transformed human activities such as debility of cultural heritage that steered to insecurity in Katsina State. This paper proffers and highlight the way forward as government at all levels focuses devotion on how to find elucidations to the lingering insecurity transversely Nigeria. Qualitative method was arrayed to examine the major causes of insecurity in Katsina State and engaged approach of combined data from …
Published in International Journal of Climate Conditions · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 29–34 Read article
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Mystery of Grass milk: A Deeper Dive into Quality, Quantity and Economics of Grass-milk in Dairy Cows
Abstract: Consumers perceive ‘grass-fed milk’ as healthier than conventional ones since grass-fed milk contains higher levels of beneficial fatty acids and lower levels of omega-6. The study highlights the nutritional benefits of feeding green grass, in terms of quality, quantity, and farm economics emphasizing its specific influence on the fatty acid profile of milk, including enrichment of omega-3 fatty acids and conjugated linoleic acids. It also delves into the environmental benefits …
Published in International Journal of Nutritions · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Tsetse Flies and African Trypanosomiasis: Biology, Epidemiology, and Integrated Vector Control.
Abstract: Tsetse flies (Glossina spp.) are hematophagous dipterans confined to sub-Saharan Africa and serve as cyclical vectors of human African trypanosomiasis (HAT) and African animal trypanosomiasis (AAT), with major implications for human health, livestock productivity, and rural development. An integrated understanding of tsetse biology, parasite transmission, climate, and land–use–driven distribution shifts, and the comparative performance of control tools—especially insecticides and sterile insect technique (SIT)—is essential for designing sustainable elimination strategies. HAT …
Published in International Journal of Insects · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 21–28 Read article
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Early Life Nutrition as a Determinant of Long-Term Vaccine Immunogenicity in Livestock: Mechanisms, Practical Strategies, and Species-Specific Considerations
Abstract: Early life represents a critical period for immune system development in livestock, during which nutritional exposures can exert long lasting effects on vaccine immunogenicity. Although vaccination is a cornerstone of infectious disease control in food producing animals, marked variability in vaccine induced immune responses is frequently observed under commercial conditions. Growing evidence suggests that this variability is partly driven by differences in early nutritional status, which can influence immune maturation, …
Published in International Journal of Vaccines · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 15–26 Read article