Voluntary Food Intake and Diet Selection of Farm Animals 2nd Edition by JR Forbes ISBN 1845932803 9781845932800

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ISBN 10: 1845932803 
ISBN 13: 9781845932800
Author: JR Forbes

The feeding of farm animals directly effects their growth, health, reproduction and ultimately their economic value and is consequently one of the most studied areas of animal science. Building on the first edition and its predecessor, The Voluntary Food Intake of Farm Animals, Forbes has produced an up-to-date and more focused examination of developments in the understanding of voluntary food intake and new ideas and studies relating to diet selection. Chapters have been reorganized and updated to provide a more streamlined approach.

Voluntary Food Intake and Diet Selection of Farm Animals 2nd Table of contents:

Chapter 1: Introduction to Voluntary Food Intake

• Defining Voluntary Food Intake and Its Importance in Animal Production
• Factors Influencing Food Intake in Farm Animals
• Historical Perspective and Advances in Research

Chapter 2: Physiological Mechanisms of Food Intake

• The Role of the Digestive System in Food Consumption
• Neural and Hormonal Regulation of Appetite
• The Gastrointestinal Feedback Mechanisms

Chapter 3: Genetic Factors Affecting Voluntary Intake

• Genetic Variability in Food Intake Across Species
• Breeding for Improved Feed Efficiency
• Genetic Selection for Appetite and Feed Consumption Traits

Chapter 4: Environmental Factors and Their Impact on Food Intake

• Temperature, Humidity, and Seasonal Changes
• The Effect of Housing and Space Availability
• Social Interactions and Their Influence on Feeding Behavior

Chapter 5: Nutritional Factors Influencing Diet Selection

• Energy Density and Palatability of Feeds
• The Role of Fiber and Protein in Diet Selection
• Micronutrients and Their Effect on Intake Choices

Chapter 6: Animal Behavior and Preferences in Diet Selection

• Behavioral Drivers of Diet Selection
• Preferences for Specific Feeds: Taste, Smell, and Texture
• The Impact of Novel Feeds on Consumption Patterns

Chapter 7: The Role of Feed Management and Presentation

• Feed Formulation and Its Impact on Intake
• The Effects of Feed Distribution and Accessibility
• Managing Feed to Optimize Voluntary Intake

Chapter 8: The Interaction Between Health and Food Intake

• How Disease and Illness Affect Appetite and Consumption
• The Role of Stress and Immune Response in Feed Intake
• Nutritional Strategies for Animals Under Stress or Illness

Chapter 9: Voluntary Intake in Different Farm Animal Species

• Cattle: Intake Regulation and Diet Selection
• Sheep and Goats: Selective Feeding Behaviors
• Poultry: Feeding Patterns and Environmental Influence
• Swine: Factors Influencing Feed Consumption

Chapter 10: Measuring and Assessing Voluntary Food Intake

• Methods of Measuring Intake in Farm Animals
• Techniques for Analyzing Feeding Behavior
• Tools for Monitoring and Managing Feed Intake in Farm Systems

Chapter 11: Feed Additives and Their Effect on Voluntary Intake

• The Impact of Growth Promotants, Supplements, and Additives
• Effects of Antibiotics and Probiotics on Food Intake
• Natural Feed Additives and Their Role in Diet Selection

Chapter 12: Practical Applications in Farm Management

• Designing Feed Programs to Optimize Voluntary Intake
• Balancing Nutrient Requirements with Feed Intake
• Case Studies: Successful Management of Voluntary Intake in Different Systems

Chapter 13: The Future of Voluntary Food Intake Research

• Advances in Feed Technology and Feed Efficiency
• Integrating Behavioral Science and Nutrition in Farm Management
• The Role of Precision Livestock Farming in Feed Intake Monitoring

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