Animal Science Chapter 1

Introduction to Livestock and Companion Animals The Animal Industry The animal industry involves all of the activities in raising animals and meeting the needs people have for animals and animal products. The animal industry consists of: Animal Production Supplies and Services Marketing and Processing Chapter 1 Introduction to Livestock and Companion Animals

Trends in the Animal Industry How animals are produced has changed greatly. Key changes in the animal industry include: Larger Producers Factory Farms (but some small producers still remain) Greater Demand for Quality Chapter 1 Introduction to Livestock and Companion Animals

Science and Technology in Animal Production Science and technology are important in the production of animals. The most widely used information areas are: Animal Selection Animal Nutrition Animal Health Animal Reproduction Animal Environment Chapter 1 Introduction to Livestock and Companion Animals

Introduction to Livestock and Companion Animals Chapter Review The animal industry is a large and diverse field. Science and technology are an integral part of modern animal production. Animal production is the foundation of the livestock and poultry industry. Animals are classified by their specie, common name, sexual condition, and age. Chapter 1 Introduction to Livestock and Companion Animals