New commercial opportunities for advanced reproductive technologies in horses, wildlife, and companion animals.
- Journal Article
Summary
This study explores new commercial opportunities presented by advanced reproductive technologies in the breeding of horses, wildlife, and companion animals. Funds generated from these markets could also contribute to the conservation of genetic material from endangered and unique species.
Objective of the Research
The research delves into the emerging perspectives of using advanced reproductive technologies in non-traditional species like horses, wildlife, and companion animals. It focuses on identifying and addressing the unique business models and animal welfare issues that may arise from this expansion, which are different from those associated with livestock.
Methodology and Approach
This research doesn’t specify the exact methods or approaches used. However, it’s clear that it relies on a review and analysis of the potential and efficiency of advanced reproductive technologies when applied to non-traditional species. It involves assessing the possible commercial opportunities, as well as the ethical and welfare considerations that arise.
Findings of the Research
The research suggests that these technologies can be applied in innovative ways to:
- Provide breeders with more options for preservation and propagation of elite animals in each sector.
- Open up new commercial opportunities in niche markets.
Implications of the Research
The findings have several implications:
- The commercialization of advanced reproductive techniques in these alternative markets could be a useful resource for the conservation of genetic material from endangered or unique animals.
- It could also help in the production of biomedical models of human disease, offering additional value aside from just commercial gains.
- The expansion of these technologies presents challenges, like establishing unique business models and addressing ethical and animal welfare considerations, that differ from those seen in traditional livestock sectors. This requires tailored strategies and measures to effectively navigate.
In conclusion, while this expansion of advanced reproductive technologies presents enormous potential commercial opportunities, it also brings with it unique and comprehensive issues that need to be addressed.
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Publication
Researcher Affiliations
- Viagen Inc, 3312 Longmire Drive, College Station, TX 77845, USA. chuck.long@viagen.com
MeSH Terms
- Animals
- Animals, Domestic
- Cloning, Organism
- Commerce
- Deer
- Embryo Transfer / veterinary
- Horses
- Reproductive Techniques, Assisted / trends
Citations
This article has been cited 1 times.- Saadeldin IM, Abdel-Aziz Swelum A, Alzahrani FA, Alowaimer AN. The current perspectives of dromedary camel stem cells research. Int J Vet Sci Med 2018;6(Suppl):S27-S30.