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10 articles for “Dairy farming”
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Operational Complexities in Commercial Dairy Farms: Insights into Feeding, Nutrition, Health, and Management Practices for Sustainable Dairy Development
Abstract: Commercial dairy farming faces diverse range of challenges that impact productivity, profitability, and sustainability. Feeding and nutrition remain critical, with fluctuating feed costs, inconsistent forage quality, and the need to balance dietary formulations for optimal milk yield and animal health. Nutritional deficiencies and imbalances can predispose dairy cows to metabolic disorders, compromising overall performance and longevity. Health challenges, including mastitis, lameness, and reproductive disorders, are exacerbated by inadequate management practices …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 37–50 Read article
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Barriers to Advanced Reproductive Technologies in the Subsistence Dairy Farming Systems: Key Constraints andthe Way Forward
Abstract: The adoption of advanced reproductive technologies (ARTs) in subsistence dairy farming remainslimited despite their potential to enhance genetic improvement, fertility rates, and overall productivity.This study explores the key constraints hindering the integration of ARTs, including artificialinsemination, embryo transfer, and ovulation synchronization, within small-scale dairy productionsystems. Financial constraints, lack of awareness, inadequate veterinary support, and socio-culturalresistance are identified as primary barriers. Limited access to affordable credit, high costs ofreproductive inputs, and …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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Barriers to Advanced Reproductive Technologies in the Subsistence Dairy Farming Systems: Key Constraints and the Way Forward
Abstract: The adoption of advanced reproductive technologies (ARTs) in subsistence dairy farming remains limited despite their potential to enhance genetic improvement, fertility rates, and overall productivity. This study explores the key constraints hindering the integration of ARTs, including artificial insemination, embryo transfer, and ovulation synchronization, within small-scale dairy production systems. Financial constraints, lack of awareness, inadequate veterinary support, and socio-cultural resistance are identified as primary barriers. Limited access to affordable credit, …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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Enhancing Fertility in Dairy Cows: Integrating Nutritional, Hormonal, and Technological Approaches for Optimal Reproductive Health
Abstract: Enhancing fertility in dairy cows is crucial for improving reproductive efficiency, ensuring sustainable dairy production, and optimizing herd health. This study explores the integration of nutritional, hormonal, and technological approaches to achieve optimal reproductive outcomes. Nutritional interventions, including macro- and trace minerals, vitamins, protein supplements, and energy boosters, are critical in supporting the physiological demands of dairy cows, particularly during transition periods and lactation. Hormonal therapies such as progesterone, GnRH …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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Case Studies On Synthesis Of PLLA Bioplastic Starting From Food And Agricultural Wastes
Abstract: Polylaevo Lactic Acid (PLLA) is an excellent biopolymer that is biodegradable and has characteristics exactly similar to polystyrene. However, at present, the market price of this biopolymer is significantly higher than polystyrene and other synthetic plastics. The major hindrances to the large scale manufacture of this polymer are the lack of availability of a cheap raw material and the overall economy of synthesis of lactic acid from the same. In …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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The Need for An Ecosystemic Approach in Animal Biotechnological Settings: A Phenomenological Study
Abstract: Local and global demand for meat and dairy has been expected to increase and so do farming and research facilities which perform at high throughputs to meet such high demand of nowadays populations. However, both processes pose a challenge in maintaining production and animal wellbeing during husbandry. A phenomenological study was carried out at a research laboratory specialized in farm animal biotechnology which was compared with published records of similar …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 5, Issue 1-2, 2019 · pp. 20–24 Read article
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Cow and its role in the sustainable development
Abstract: During Vedic times the economy, agriculture, medicinal aspects of society are directly or indirectly based on cows and bulls. There is a close relationship between human welfare and welfare of the cows. When we consider milk alone, now-a-days, milk is processed in automated dairies, by blending several additives. In such dairies, the main motive is the profit for the business at the cost of exploitation of cows. There is no …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Animal Genetics: Impact of Crossbreeding on Dairy Cattle Health and Productivity and Exploring the Role of Stem Cells in Veterinary Regenerative Medicine
Abstract: The rapid growth in global demand for animal products, especially dairy, has driven the need for innovative approaches in animal breeding and veterinary care to meet these challenges. Among the most promising developments are crossbreeding strategies in dairy cattle and the application of stem cell technology in veterinary regenerative medicine. Crossbreeding in dairy cattle involves the mating of different breeds to enhance genetic diversity and improve key traits, such as …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Climate Change-Implications for Agriculture and Food Security
Abstract: Abstract The warning signs of global warming have appeared everywhere, right from increased concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, to increasing temperatures, and occurrence of extreme events like droughts, floods, intense rains, and cyclones, besides melting of glaciers and rise in sea levels. The objectives of this paper are to present likely scenarios, risks to agriculture, food security and livelihoods arising out of climate change in coming few decades. …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 4–32 Read article
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Role of Bioactive Compounds on Protein Utilization in Ruminants: A Review
Abstract: Insufficient nutrition is the primary drive of low productivity by ruminants. These insufficiencies can be corrected by supplementation with high-density feeds and locally available tree legumes. These tree legumes contain various types of bioactive compounds, which can be defined as secondary plant metabolites (PSM) that are extra nutritional substances having pharmacological or toxicological effects in man and animals. Besides the primary biosynthetic, the secondary metabolites are also produced within the …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 21–26 Read article