Dr. Seyed Mahdi Hosseini

Huazhong Agricultural University
China

Abstract Title:

Strategies to Improve Heat Tolerance in Dairy Goats through Genetic Selection and Management Practices

Biography:

Mahdi has completed his PhD from Huazhong Agricultural University. He has published more than 40 papers in reputed journals and has been serving as an editorial board member of repute.

Research Interests:

Heat stress poses a significant challenge to dairy goat production, particularly in regions with rising temperatures due to climate change. This study explores strategies to enhance heat tolerance in dairy goats through a combination of genetic selection and effective management practices. Genetic approaches, such as identifying heat-tolerant traits and leveraging genomic tools like Marker-Assisted Selection (MAS) and Genomic Selection, offer long-term solutions for improving thermal adaptability. Concurrently, management practices such as optimized nutrition, housing modifications, and seasonal breeding adjustments provide immediate relief from heat stress. By integrating genetic and management strategies, dairy goat producers can achieve sustainable productivity while mitigating the adverse effects of heat stress. This paper highlights key physiological and genetic mechanisms underlying heat tolerance, practical breeding programs, and adaptive management techniques, presenting a holistic approach to enhancing resilience in dairy goat systems.