Goat science and production / [edited by] Sandra G. Solaiman.

Contents: Perspectives on goats and global production / C. Devendra and S. G. Solaiman Goat breeds / N.K. Gurug and S. G. Solaiman Conservation of goat genetic resources J.N.B. Shrestha and S. Galal Breeding and genetics / J. N. B. Shrestha and G. H. Crow Animal evaluation / R.A. Ebert and S.G. Solaiman Functional anatomy of the goat / G. M. Constantinescu and I.A. Constantinescu Applied reproductive physiology / J. Greyling Digestive physiology and nutrient metabolism / S.G. Solaiman and F. N. Owens Ingestive behavior, diet selection, and feed intake / H. Dove Feeds and feeding management / S.G. Solaiman Health management, diseases, and parasites / J.E. Miller, B.M. Olcott, and G.F. Bath Preferred management practices / L.J. Dawson Meat production and quality / K.W. McMillin Milk production / Y.W. Park and G.F.W. Haenlein Fiber production / C. J. Lupton Environment enhancement / A/ Peischel Housing requirements / S.G. Solaiman Business plan, production enterprise, and marketing strategy / S.G. Solaiman, E. Kebede, and E.M. Aviki Future needs for teaching, research, extension, and outreach / S.G. Solaiman and G.F.W. Haelein. Includes bibliographical references and index.