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Theriogenology2002; 59(1); 139-149; doi: 10.1016/s0093-691x(02)01266-9

New commercial opportunities for advanced reproductive technologies in horses, wildlife, and companion animals.

Abstract: As advanced reproductive technologies become more efficient and repeatable in livestock and laboratory species, new opportunities will evolve to apply these techniques to alternative and non-traditional species. This will result in new markets requiring unique business models that address issues of animal welfare and consumer acceptance on a much different level than the livestock sector. Advanced reproductive technologies and genetic engineering will be applied to each species in innovative ways to provide breeders more alternatives for the preservation and propagation of elite animals in each sector. The commercialization of advanced reproductive techniques in these niche markets should be considered a useful tool for conservation of genetic material from endangered or unique animals as well as production of biomedical models of human disease.
Publication Date: 2002-12-25 PubMed ID: 12499025DOI: 10.1016/s0093-691x(02)01266-9Google Scholar: Lookup
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Summary

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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.

Cite This Article

APA
Long CR, Walker SC, Tang RT, Westhusin ME. (2002). New commercial opportunities for advanced reproductive technologies in horses, wildlife, and companion animals. Theriogenology, 59(1), 139-149. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0093-691x(02)01266-9

Publication

ISSN: 0093-691X
NlmUniqueID: 0421510
Country: United States
Language: English
Volume: 59
Issue: 1
Pages: 139-149

Researcher Affiliations

Long, C R
  • Viagen Inc, 3312 Longmire Drive, College Station, TX 77845, USA. chuck.long@viagen.com
Walker, S C
    Tang, R T
      Westhusin, M E

        MeSH Terms

        • Animals
        • Animals, Domestic
        • Cloning, Organism
        • Commerce
        • Deer
        • Embryo Transfer / veterinary
        • Horses
        • Reproductive Techniques, Assisted / trends

        Citations

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