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🎉 Congratulations to Dr. Medhat Saleh! 🎉

We are proud to recognize Dr. Medhat Saleh from Bari University, Italy, as the recipient of the Innovative Research Award for outstanding contributions to Animal Breeding and Genetics.

Dr. Saleh's dedication to advancing genetic research and improving animal breeding methodologies reflects excellence in scientific innovation and academic achievement. With 42 citations, 13 research publications, and an h-index of 3, his work continues to contribute to the advancement of genetics and sustainable livestock research.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations and wish him continued success in his future scientific endeavors.

🏆 Award: Innovative Research Award 👨‍🔬 Nominee: Dr. Medhat Saleh 🏛️ Institution: Bari University, Italy 🧬 Specialization: Animal Breeding and Genetics

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Animal Genetics Market Growth Fueled by Livestock Productivity Demand and Advancements in Genomic Selection Technologies

The Animal Genetics Market is witnessing substantial growth, driven by the escalating global need for high-quality livestock and rapid technological advancements in genetic selection. These innovations are significantly improving productivity, disease resistance, and profitability in the livestock sector.

Market Overview

Animal genetics involves the study of heredity and variation in animals, primarily aimed at improving desirable traits such as milk yield, meat quality, and reproductive efficiency. The market has evolved with increasing emphasis on genetic engineering, artificial insemination, and embryo transfer techniques. Rising global demand for animal protein, combined with decreasing arable land and limited water resources, has placed animal genetics at the center of modern livestock production strategies.

The global market is also experiencing growing investment from both public and private sectors to support research and development in genomic selection. As a result, breeders and farmers are leveraging advanced breeding tools to optimize the genetic potential of animals and reduce the environmental footprint of animal farming.

Key Market Drivers

Rising Demand for Livestock Productivity

One of the primary drivers behind the growth of the animal genetics market is the global demand for livestock productivity. Developing economies are witnessing a surge in meat and dairy consumption, compelling producers to enhance animal yields and efficiency. The need to feed an expanding population without compromising sustainability is pressuring the industry to adopt genetic solutions that deliver consistent results.

Furthermore, modern animal farming practices are moving towards precision agriculture, where each animal's genetic profile is analyzed to tailor health and nutrition strategies. This approach is helping producers achieve higher returns on investment by reducing mortality rates and improving overall herd health.

Technological Advancements in Genomic Selection

The integration of genomic technologies, such as CRISPR, next-generation sequencing (NGS), and genotyping, has revolutionized the animal genetics industry. Genomic selection allows for early identification of favorable traits, accelerating the breeding process and enhancing the accuracy of genetic predictions.

These technologies enable breeders to make informed decisions about parent selection and breeding strategies, reducing generation intervals and increasing the rate of genetic gain. Countries with advanced agricultural infrastructure are already witnessing the benefits of genomic tools in terms of enhanced milk yields, disease resistance, and adaptability to changing climates.

Market Trends and Developments

Expansion in Emerging Economies

Emerging markets in Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Africa are becoming significant contributors to the animal genetics industry. Rapid urbanization, rising disposable incomes, and increasing awareness of high-quality animal products are driving demand for genetically superior livestock. Governments and private organizations in these regions are investing in breeding programs and partnerships with international genetics firms.

Increased Use of Artificial Insemination and Embryo Transfer

Assisted reproductive technologies are gaining traction across the livestock sector. Artificial insemination, in particular, is being widely used to disseminate superior genetics across large herds, minimizing disease transmission and improving production metrics. Embryo transfer and in-vitro fertilization (IVF) are also becoming key tools to multiply genetically elite animals in a shorter time frame.

Market Challenges and Restraints

Despite its robust growth, the animal genetics market faces challenges such as high costs associated with advanced technologies, regulatory hurdles, and ethical concerns surrounding genetic modification. Developing nations, in particular, may struggle with infrastructure limitations and lack of access to cutting-edge tools.

Additionally, there is a growing debate about animal welfare and the long-term ecological impact of selective breeding. Balancing productivity goals with ethical practices will be critical for sustainable growth.

Future Outlook

The future of the animal genetics market lies in integrating digital technologies with genetic science. Data analytics, artificial intelligence, and blockchain are expected to play crucial roles in traceability, performance monitoring, and precision breeding.

As global food systems strive for sustainability and resilience, animal genetics will become an essential pillar in building efficient and environmentally friendly livestock systems. The continued evolution of genetic tools and cross-border collaborations will drive innovation and unlock new growth opportunities for stakeholders across the value chain.

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THE GENESIS OF SOCIAL GENES II. THE EVIDENCE – MALES

There is no single form of sociality. Different species, with different needs, have found a variety of solutions for increasing their group size and range. In addition, the rules of behavior of each may be different. In this blog, I will describe some general forms of association that are appropriate for the needs of the species. Seasonal Breeding: Males Disperse This is the simplest mode of animal cohesion which operates for a wide range of mammals, and birds that breed at the same time each year. The advantage of seasonal breeding is that it allows the birth of the next generation, at the most benign season of the year, the best chance for the vulnerable infants to thrive. Vegetarian mammals and many birds depend on an abundance of grasses, leaves, and seeds in the springtime for their fodder. Autumn mating is the ideal time to allow the mother to gestate when she has already built up her reserves. Many social species break up at the end of the mating season to form separate bachelor herds of males that disperse from their partners, while nursery herds of females remain in their territory. Any hypotheses of animal sociality need to accommodate the change from intersexual attraction in the mating season to single-sex herds during the rest of the year. Experimental studies by scientists have shown that various sheep spontaneously segregate into two separate herds, even when their pasture is devoid of other features.1,2 These studies also show their awareness of their neighbors by synchronizing their periods of rest and grazing. The scientists have interpreted their results in terms of a social preference for association with their own gender. Assays of many different hormones in this class of species have revealed a specific candidate for explaining both the herd formations and the breakup of cohesion among males at the approach of the breeding season. Seasonal Breeding: Alpha Males form Mixed-sex Group with a Harem of Females; Unattached Males Disperse The members of this group are large vegetarian mammals including horses, camels, impala, and peccaries that resemble those described above. The breeding parameters are similar, but they differ from them in a particular way. One or two dominant males guard a small group of females in the off-season known as a harem group, while the residual males form a bachelor group similar to that above. Although the difference between the two forms of sociality may appear slight, the motivations for this society are quite different. The bachelor males have not dispersed voluntarily, but have been exiled from the females. Nevertheless, they still form a herd that is presumably controlled by a similar proximity reward. They maintain a distant contact with the harem, and individuals may replace any dominant male who is lost from the herd.3 On the other hand, the dominant males chose to live with the pregnant females and adjust to the foraging patterns of the female colony. We may expect that the appropriate hormones which are responsible for sociality in each herd will retain a degree of opposite-sex attraction and, therefore, the seasonal changes are less pronounced than in the previous category. The data will show that this is indeed the case. In the book, I have identified one specific hormone that fulfills the role of controlling sociality for both categories of sociality described above. It responds to the needs of the animal by synchronizing precisely both in magnitude and in time with the mating period and with the separate social one. In the next blog, I will discuss the role of hormones in the sociality of females.   1Perez-Barberia, F. J., Robertson, E., & Gordon, I. J. (2005). Are social factors sufficient to explain sexual segregation in ungulates?. Animal Behavior, 69, 827-834. 2Michelena, P., Gautrais, J., Gerard, J. F., Bon, R., & Deneubourg, J. L.(2008). Social cohesion in groups of sheep: effect of activity level, sex composition and group size. Applied Animal Behavior Science, 112, 81-93. 3McDonnell, S. M., & Murray, S. C. (1995). Bachelor and harem stallion behavior and endocrinology. Biol Reprod Mono, 1, 577-590. Read the full article

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The SeaWorld Deal to End Captive Breeding Is Just the Start

A profound shift is under way in corporate attitudes toward the treatment of animals.

SeaWorld’s March announcement that it would immediately cease breeding orcas and adopt other substantial reforms for animal welfare created more than a splash in the global media. It was the latest in a series of major corporate announcements—within the realms of live animal entertainment, food and agriculture, animal testing and science, fashion and wildlife management, and the pet trade—revealing a tangible shift in how we treat animals.

Businesses on the wrong side of the animal welfare debate are switching sides and increasingly aligning their practices with consumer sensibilities. As I write in my new book, The Humane Economy, there’s still so much work to do and so many causes of cruelty, but this broad-based progress is invigorating and indicative of the larger trajectory of animal welfare in our society.

When I joined SeaWorld’s relatively new chief executive, Joel Manby, to announce its package of reforms—including advocacy campaigns to fight shark finning and commercial whaling and sealing, as well as efforts to protect our coral reefs—we both said this was the start of our relationship and not the end. We had been in discussions for months and agreed that SeaWorld needed to be an advocate for marine creatures and the oceans, because they are under siege from a range of direct and indirect human-caused threats.

Together we are now backing federal legislation—with Republicans and Democrats—to ban imports or interstate sales of shark fins in the United States. We plan to put our shoulders behind similar legislation in Florida and other key coastal states. Manby and I both see the day, in the not too distant future, when we can reduce the total number of dead sharks worldwide by tens of millions.

Read the whole story on TakePart.com

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