Reflection and Breaking Boundaries – Rethinking Approaches to Animal Protection

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Animal husbandry is the branch of agriculture concerned with the breeding, care, and management of domesticated animals for purposes such as food, fibre, milk, eggs, labour, sport, and research. It involves day-to-day care, selective breeding, proper nutrition, housing, and disease control to enhance productivity and quality. The practice has a long history, beginning with the Neolithic Revolution around 13,000 BC when animals were first domesticated, predating crop cultivation, and by early civilizations such as ancient Egypt, cattle, sheep, goats, and pigs were already integral to farming. In Malaysia, animal husbandry is an important part of the agricultural sector, with poultry farming as the largest contributor to meat and egg supply, alongside cattle, goats, sheep, and pigs. Dairy farming, though smaller in scale, is expanding, supported by government programs that emphasize selective breeding, integration with crop farming, and sustainable practices. Modern animal husbandry in Malaysia continues to develop with advances in biotechnology, veterinary care, and biosecurity measures, aiming to ensure food security while maintaining animal welfare and environmental sustainability.

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