Journal of the Indonesian Tropical Animal Agriculture
Scope & Guideline
Championing Open Access Research in Animal Agriculture
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Genetic Improvement and Breeding:
Research focusing on genetic polymorphisms, gene associations, and breeding strategies aimed at enhancing livestock traits such as milk production, meat quality, and disease resistance. - Nutrition and Feed Management:
Studies that investigate dietary supplements, alternative feed sources, and nutritional strategies to improve the health and productivity of livestock, including poultry, cattle, and goats. - Physiology and Health Management:
Exploration of physiological responses to environmental stressors, health management practices, and the impact of nutrition on reproductive performance and overall animal welfare. - Sustainable Practices and Environmental Impact:
Research that addresses the sustainability of animal farming systems, including the use of natural feed additives, waste management, and the ecological implications of livestock production. - Animal Production Systems:
Comprehensive studies on production systems, including performance metrics, carcass characteristics, and the economic viability of various livestock farming practices.
Trending and Emerging
- Genetic and Molecular Research:
There is an increasing focus on genetic studies, including SNP analysis and gene polymorphisms, to identify traits that enhance productivity and resilience in livestock. - Alternative Protein Sources:
Research into alternative protein sources such as sericin and natural feed additives is trending, driven by the need for sustainable and cost-effective solutions in animal nutrition. - Impact of Climate Change on Livestock:
Emerging studies are addressing the effects of climate change on livestock performance, including heat stress management and adaptation strategies in tropical environments. - Animal Welfare and Stress Responses:
A growing body of research is dedicated to understanding the physiological stresses in animals and improving welfare through better handling and management practices. - Sustainable Livestock Farming Practices:
There is an increasing emphasis on sustainable practices in livestock farming, including waste recycling, integrated farming systems, and the ecological implications of livestock production.
Declining or Waning
- Conventional Feed Additives:
Research on traditional feed additives such as antibiotics and synthetic growth promoters is decreasing as the industry shifts towards natural alternatives and sustainable practices. - Basic Traditional Breeding Practices:
There has been less emphasis on conventional breeding practices without genetic analysis, as the journal increasingly publishes studies focusing on genetic markers and molecular techniques. - General Livestock Management Practices:
Studies detailing basic husbandry practices are becoming less common, with a growing focus on specific interventions that improve performance or address particular challenges in animal agriculture.
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