Genetics and Genomics of Livestock Health, Fertility and Product Quality: 3rd Edition
A special issue of Animals (ISSN 2076-2615). This special issue belongs to the section "Animal Genetics and Genomics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 May 2026 | Viewed by 643
Special Issue Editor
Interests: beef; dairy; genetics; genetic engineering; animal breeding; biostatistics; animal genetics
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Dear Colleagues,
The global population is expected to approach 10 billion by the year 2050, while the economic status of people in developing countries will continue to improve. As a result, it is anticipated that the worldwide demand for animal products will increase by 70% by 2050. Increasing animal production will require a deep understanding of animal biology using genetics and genomics to feed the world’s growing population. Furthermore, consumers desire high-quality products for consumption. At the same time, farmers need to combat diseases in the face of increased antimicrobial resistance and pressure from consumers and regulators to minimize the use of antibiotics. Genetics and genomics will play key roles in increasing the efficiency of production systems. Genetic selection and innovations must target animal production, product quality, reproduction, health, and welfare to ensure that a high-quality, safe, healthy, and affordable food supply is available to everybody around the world.
Considering the success of our previous Special Issues, we are pleased to launch “Genetics and Genomics of Livestock Health, Fertility and Product Quality: 3rd Edition”. Genetics and genomics papers that address these important topics are welcome.
Prof. Dr. Michael E. Davis
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- animal
- genetics
- genomics
- production
- product quality
- reproduction
- fertility
- health
- welfare
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