👉 Livestock engineering is an interdisciplinary field that applies advanced biotechnological and genetic techniques to improve the health, productivity, and sustainability of livestock. It involves selective breeding, genetic modification, and innovative management practices to enhance desirable traits such as disease resistance, growth rates, and feed efficiency. By utilizing tools like genomic selection, CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing, and microbiome analysis, scientists can develop livestock that are better adapted to various environmental conditions and have improved welfare. This field also focuses on developing sustainable practices for resource utilization, waste management, and reducing the environmental footprint of livestock farming. Overall, livestock engineering aims to create more resilient, efficient, and ethical animal husbandry systems that meet the growing global demand for meat, dairy, and other animal products while minimizing negative impacts on ecosystems.
