Growth-Enhancing Technologies in Cattle Production: Science, Application, and Industry Impact, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Food Animal Practice
- 1 Edición, Volumen 42-1 - 23 de febrero de 2026
- Última edición
- Editores: Jessica Sperber, Galen Erickson
- Idioma: Inglés
In this issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Food Animal Practice, guest editors Drs. Jessica Sperber and Galen Erickson bring their considerable expertise to the topic… Leer más
Descripción
Descripción
In this issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Food Animal Practice, guest editors Drs. Jessica Sperber and Galen Erickson bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Growth-Enhancing Technologies in Cattle Production: Science, Application, and Industry Impact. Top experts explore the historical development of growth-enhancing technologies (GETs), their physiological mechanisms, and practical applications across different phases of cattle production. By examining hormonal implants, beta-agonists, and alternative strategies, this comprehensive review provides insight into the benefits, challenges, and future implications of GETs in cattle production.
Puntos claves
Puntos claves
- Contains 13 relevant, practice-oriented topics including a historical perspective on GETs in cattle; understanding growth physiology in cattle; best practices for implant administration; environmental and ethical considerations; and more
- Provides in-depth clinical reviews on growth-enhancing technologies in cattle production, offering actionable insights for clinical practice
- Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews
De interès para
De interès para
Food-Animal Veterinarians
Índice
Índice
Historical Perspective on Growth Enhancing Implant Technologies in Cattle
Understanding Growth Physiology in Cattle
Introduction to Hormonal Growth Promotants and Mechanism of Action
Implant Strategies for Different Cattle Groups
Benefits of Implant Use in the Cow/Calf and Backgrounding Sectors
Benefits of Implant Use in the Feedlot Sector
Best Practices for Steroid Implant Administration in the Feedlot
Introduction to Beta Agonists
Mechanisms of Action of Beta-Agonists
Implementation and Benefits of Beta-Agonists in Beef Production
Other Feed Additives and Alternatives to Traditional Growth-Enhancing Technologies
Impact of Growth Enhancing Technologies on Meat Attributes
Environmental and Ethical Considerations
Understanding Growth Physiology in Cattle
Introduction to Hormonal Growth Promotants and Mechanism of Action
Implant Strategies for Different Cattle Groups
Benefits of Implant Use in the Cow/Calf and Backgrounding Sectors
Benefits of Implant Use in the Feedlot Sector
Best Practices for Steroid Implant Administration in the Feedlot
Introduction to Beta Agonists
Mechanisms of Action of Beta-Agonists
Implementation and Benefits of Beta-Agonists in Beef Production
Other Feed Additives and Alternatives to Traditional Growth-Enhancing Technologies
Impact of Growth Enhancing Technologies on Meat Attributes
Environmental and Ethical Considerations
Detalles del producto
Detalles del producto
- Edición: 1
- Última edición
- Volumen: 42-1
- Publicado: 23 de febrero de 2026
- Idioma: Inglés
Sobre los editores
Sobre los editores
JS
Jessica Sperber
Afiliaciones y experiencia
Extension Assistant Professor, Feedlot Extension Specialist, Department of Animal Science, University of Nebraska Lincoln, Lincoln, NE, USAGE
Galen Erickson
Afiliaciones y experiencia
Assistant Professor, Nebraska Cattle Industry Professor of Animal Science, Beef Feedlot Extension Specialist, University of Nebraska Lincoln, Lincoln, NE, USA