Guoxiang Li^1,2 , Liuhui Li¹ , Chengjie Zhang³

1 Jiande Lijia Dayuan Family Farm Co., Ltd., Jiande, Zhejiang, 311604, China
2 Zhejiang Agronomist College, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 30021, China
3 Party Mass and Convenience Service Center in Meicheng Town, Jiande, Zhejiang, 311604, China Corr
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Animal Molecular Breeding, 2024, Vol. 14, No. 6   doi: 10.5376/amb.2024.14.0039
Received: 09 Nov., 2024    Accepted: 12 Dec., 2024    Published: 23 Dec., 2024

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Li G.X., Li L.H., and Zhang C.J., 2024, Effective seasonal breeding strategies to improve goat reproduction rates, Animal Molecular Breeding, 14(6): 370-379 (doi: 10.5376/amb.2024.14.0039)

This study aims to explore seasonal breeding strategies to enhance goat reproduction rates, particularly effective measures for the non-breeding season. By adjusting photoperiods and applying the "male effect," sexual activity in goats can be stimulated, achieving estrus synchronization. Additionally, using dairy cow feed residues as nutritional supplements in a circular economy approach significantly enhances goat reproductive performance. The study also examines the efficacy of hormone treatments, including hCG and kisspeptin analogs, in improving ovulation rates and embryo implantation. Findings indicate that effectively leveraging environmental cues in combination with nutritional and hormonal treatments can improve reproductive efficiency in goats, contributing to year-round stable production and promoting the sustainable development of the goat farming industry.

Goat reproduction; Seasonal breeding; Photoperiod regulation; Male effect; Circular economy