New Techniques and Technologies Applicable to Animal Production
A special issue of Animals (ISSN 2076-2615). This special issue belongs to the section "Animal System and Management".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 February 2026 | Viewed by 20
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Interests: animal genetics; animal physiology; animal biotechnology; welfare; metabolome; selection
Interests: animal genetics; animal physiology; embryo development; microbiome; metabolome; selection; welfare
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Interests: animal breeding; animal physiology; animal genetics; animal biotechnology; embryos; embryo cryopreservation
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The contemporary landscape of animal production is marked by a critical juncture, driven by the imperative to enhance operational efficiency, ecological sustainability, and animal welfare standards. Novel methodologies and technological innovations are either being developed within the agricultural sciences or adapted from disparate scientific domains, fundamentally transforming the productive capacity of livestock systems. Ranging from precision livestock management, integrating sensor networks and real-time data analytics, to advancements in genomics and biotechnology directed towards genetic enhancement and animal health optimization, the sector is undergoing substantive technological evolution. The advent and integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) are further optimizing resource allocation and the continuous monitoring of livestock populations. These technologies are also being applied to animal nutrition through the formulation of bespoke diets and the incorporation of innovative feed additives. Furthermore, strategies aimed at the attenuation of environmental impact are being refined via the principles of circular economy and advanced waste management protocols.
This Special Issue seeks to provide a comprehensive overview of the tools and knowledge that are preparing the sector for a more productive, responsible, and sustainable future.
Dr. Iván Agea
Dr. María-José Argente
Prof. Dr. María-Luz García
Guest Editors
Manuscript Submission Information
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Keywords
- efficiency
- sustainability
- animal welfare
- precision livestock farming
- artificial intelligence
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