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14. Reproductive Physiology

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14.4 Practical applications

14.4 Practical applications

Heifer Management It is essential to know when to improve reproductive management in cows. The first opportunity for intervention is during the period between birth and first conception (interval 1 below). We can reduce the period to first conception by adequate...

14.3 Reproduction in Genetic Improvement

Embryo transfer techniques Embryo transfer is the process in which a breeder allows a cow to become temporarily pregnant, recovers the embryo in early pregnancy, and transfers it to the reproductive tracts of another cow to complete gestation. This section of the...

14.2 Concepts of Reproductive Physiology

14.2 Concepts of Reproductive Physiology

Anatomy of the cow reproduction organs It is important you learn the anatomy of the organs that are involved in the reproductive physiology of the cow. This information will help you to understand the various processes involved in reproduction. The ovary and uterus...

14.1 Introduction

Several attempts have been made to improve the productivity of cattle in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Understanding the physiology of reproduction is essential to achieve this goal. Most important is finding potential points where intervention in the life cycle of the...