Animal breeding

Animal breeding is a branch of animal science that addresses the evaluation of the genetic value of livestock.
A breed is a specific group of domestic animals having homogeneous appearance (phenotype), homogeneous behavior, and/or other characteristics that distinguish it from other organisms of the same species.Animal breeding is the process of selective mating of animals with desirable genetic traits, to maintain or enhance these traits in future generations. For livestock, this involves estimation of the genetic value of individuals for traits including growth rate and yield of products such as eggs, milk or meat.The animal breeding and genetics section works to provide new scientific discoveries to age-old livestock production problems to help producers and consumers.

Currently several courses are available to undergraduate students interested in animal breeding and genetics, and both master’s and doctorate degrees are offered in animal breeding.

The field of animal breeding and genetics research is more exciting than ever before, with projects such as bovine gene mapping and DNA sequencing. Using state of the art tools and facilities, the researchers at TAMU are able to contribute to the field of animal biotechnology on a worldwide level.

Animal breeding, genetics, and genomics is the branch of science concerned with maximizing desirable genetic traits, such as producing animals that have leaner meat. ... These genetic advances can increase production while reducing environmental impacts.