Animal Husbandry and Dairy Science

Animal Husbandry and Dairy Science are crucial components of modern agriculture, ensuring a sustainable and efficient supply of animal-derived products while maintaining the well-being of the animals involved. These fields continue to evolve with advancements in scientific research and technology, aiming to address the challenges of food security, environmental sustainability and animal welfare.

Animal Husbandry is the branch of agriculture that deals with the breeding and raising of livestock. Its primary objective is to optimize the production of animals and their products while ensuring their health and welfare. The animals involved in animal husbandry can include cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, poultry and other domesticated animals.

Dairy Science is a specialized field within Animal Husbandry that focuses specifically on the production and management of dairy animals, primarily cattle, for milk and milk-derived products. The dairy industry is essential for providing milk, cheese, butter, yogurt and other dairy products consumed by people worldwide.