Climate Change Impact on Livestock: Adaptation and Mitigation

Climate Change Impact on Livestock: Adaptation and Mitigation

A comprehensive reference examining the two-way relationship between climate change and livestock production. It explores the effects of climatic stress on livestock health, productivity, and reproduction while presenting adaptation strategies and approaches for reducing greenhouse gas emissions from livestock systems.

Key Features

• Examines the impact of climate change on livestock production
• Explores effects on livestock health, productivity, and reproduction
• Discusses livestock’s contribution to climate change and GHG emissions
• Covers climatic stress and its effects on animal performance
• Presents adaptation strategies for changing climate conditions
• Explores mitigation strategies for reducing livestock-related emissions
• Examines approaches across different agro-ecological regions
• Includes international case studies and practical examples
• Identifies strategies for different livestock industry stakeholders
• Addresses sustainable and economically viable livestock production
• Discusses research priorities and future development strategies
• Useful for veterinarians, animal scientists, livestock producers, researchers, policymakers, and agricultural professionals