Influence of management systems on severity of heat stress on reproductive performance of rams in the tropics – a review
Mohd Shahmi Hakimi Mazlishah,
Nuradilla Mohamad Fauzi,
Mohd Fadzil Firdzaus Mohd Nor
et al.
Abstract:Sheep are an important source of protein for humans, and recent decades have seen a significant increase in the production of sheep-based products, thus indicating an increase in demand for this commodity. At a time when this sector is growing, sheep are exposed to various challenges. These include climate change, which can cause heat stress in sheep, including rams, which later negatively affects their growth and reproductive performance. Exposure to heat stress results in physiological and reproductive behav… Show more
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